Calgary Flames vs Montréal Canadiens Picks and Predictions October 22nd 2025

Surging Canadiens take show on road, face struggling Flames

The Montreal Canadiens look to extend their momentum on the road when they visit the Calgary Flames on Wednesday at Scotiabank Saddledome. Montreal wrapped up a strong homestand with a 4-2 win over Buffalo and now heads west seeking a fifth win in six games. Calgary, meanwhile, is desperate to halt a six-game losing skid that’s left them at the bottom of the Western Conference standings.

Jakub Dobes has given the Canadiens a spark in net, posting a 3-0 record with a 1.63 GAA and a .939 save percentage. With Montreal set to face Edmonton on Thursday, both Dobes and Sam Montembeault are expected to split the next two starts. Forward Kirby Dach could also return to the lineup to bolster the top six.

For the Flames, the frustration continues. They’ve scored one goal or fewer in three straight games and haven’t topped two goals since opening night. Despite a hard-working effort in a 2-1 loss to Winnipeg, Calgary must find scoring support for goaltender Dustin Wolf, who’s kept them competitive.

You can track both clubs’ latest standings and stats on the NHL teams page

Line Movement and Odds

According to the NHL odds board, Montreal opened around -115 and has been bet up slightly to -122. Calgary sits near +102, while the total holds steady at 6.0 goals (Over -102, Under -119). Early public action leans toward Montreal, with sharp bettors showing minor resistance on Calgary’s side at home.

Montreal has cashed three of its last five puckline bets, while Calgary has covered only once in its last six outings.

Matchup Breakdown

Montreal enters with balanced production across the lineup. Nick Suzuki has recorded 10 points during his six-game streak, while Cole Caufield continues to generate chances from the wing. The Canadiens rank top five in both goals and assists, showing a confident offensive rhythm that has carried over from last season’s playoff run.

Calgary remains physical but inefficient. The Flames rank top 10 in hits and shot attempts but lack finishing touch. Nazem Kadri and Mikael Backlund have generated pressure without results, and Matt Coronato’s energy line may be leaned on again to change the tone.

Both teams’ power play units are trending oppositely—Montreal’s clicking at nearly 25 percent, while Calgary has gone cold in recent games.

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Injuries and Conditions

Montreal Canadiens Injury Report:

• Kirby Dach (C) – Questionable, lower body
• Kaiden Guhle (D) – Out, lower body
• Patrik Laine (RW) – Questionable, lower body
• David Reinbacher (D) – Out, hand
• William Trudeau (D) – Out, undisclosed

Calgary Flames Injury Report:

• Martin Pospisil (C) – Out, undisclosed

Check updated statuses on each team’s injury tracker via the Canadiens report and the Flames report

The game will be played indoors at Scotiabank Saddledome, with no weather factors expected.

Best Bets and Prediction

Montreal’s combination of depth scoring and stable goaltending gives it an edge in this spot. The Flames’ offensive drought and lack of puck movement remain major hurdles.

Projected Score: Canadiens 4, Flames 2
Best Bet: Montreal Moneyline (-122)
Secondary Lean: Over 6 goals (-102)

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