Montreal Canadiens Stats, Analysis, Schedule & More

The Montreal Canadiens remain one of the most historic and recognizable franchises in the NHL, carrying a legacy that continues to influence expectations in the 2025-26 season. With a passionate fanbase and a developing roster blending youth with emerging leadership, Montreal remains a compelling team to analyze from both a competitive and betting perspective.

This page provides a complete breakdown of Montreal Canadiens performance for the current season, including statistical trends, roster construction, goaltending outlook, and matchup-driven betting angles. Rather than focusing on outdated narratives, the emphasis stays on present form, deployment patterns, and metrics that impact moneylines, puck lines, totals, and player prop markets.

Montreal Canadiens Betting Odds and Picks

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Montreal Canadiens History

The Montreal Canadiens, or the “Habs,” are the most successful franchise in NHL history, boasting 24 Stanley Cup championships since their founding in 1909. As one of the “Original Six” teams, the Canadiens were instrumental in shaping the league’s early years, becoming a symbol of hockey excellence in Canada. Their dominance during the mid-20th century, led by legends like Maurice “Rocket” Richard, cemented their legacy as hockey royalty.

The Canadiens enjoyed several dynastic runs, including their unparalleled success in the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. The 1976-77 Canadiens team, led by Guy Lafleur, remains one of the most dominant in NHL history, losing just eight games during the regular season. Despite recent struggles, their passionate fanbase remains optimistic, making every Canadiens game a spectacle worth betting on.

Today, the Canadiens are in the midst of a rebuild, focusing on developing young talent while paying homage to their storied past. The blend of historical reverence and hope for a brighter future makes the Habs a fascinating team for both fans and bettors.

Montreal Canadiens Timeline

1909: Montreal Canadiens founded as part of the National Hockey Association (NHA).
1917: NHL is formed; Canadiens become a founding member.
1924: Canadiens win their first Stanley Cup in the NHL era.
1930-31: Back-to-back Stanley Cup wins.
1944: Maurice “Rocket” Richard scores 50 goals in 50 games.
1956-60: Canadiens win five consecutive Stanley Cups, a record unmatched in NHL history.
1971: Ken Dryden leads the Canadiens to a Stanley Cup as a rookie goalie.
1976-77: Canadiens post a historic season, winning the Stanley Cup with only 8 regular-season losses.
1986: Patrick Roy leads the Canadiens to another Stanley Cup as a rookie goalie.
1993: Canadiens win their 24th Stanley Cup, the most of any franchise.
2015: Carey Price wins the Hart and Vezina Trophies.
2021: Canadiens reach the Stanley Cup Final in a surprise playoff run.

Montreal Canadiens Stats

The Montreal Canadiens continue navigating a rebuilding phase in the 2025-26 season, showing flashes of offensive promise while working toward greater defensive stability. Their statistical profile reflects a young team capable of generating momentum in stretches but still developing consistency across all three zones.

Offensively, Montreal produces competitive shot volume, particularly when their top lines establish controlled entries and power play time. However, efficiency in high-danger scoring areas remains a key variable that determines whether they can convert possession into multi-goal performances. Special teams execution plays a major role in shaping totals, as the power play can swing momentum but has yet to reach elite consistency.

Defensively, structural lapses and transitional coverage remain areas of focus. Goaltending performance significantly influences game outcomes, particularly in matchups against high-paced opponents. For bettors, Canadiens games often require close evaluation of matchup context, pace projection, and confirmed starting goaltenders before targeting totals or puck line markets.

Montreal Canadiens Roster for 2025-26

The 2025-26 Canadiens roster centers around a developing young core. Nick Suzuki continues to lead as captain and primary playmaker, driving top-line production and serving as a focal point in point-prop markets. Cole Caufield remains the team’s most dangerous pure scorer, offering strong value in goal and shots-on-goal markets when matchup conditions favor open ice.

On the blue line, emerging talent adds mobility and puck movement, though defensive depth is still maturing. Growth from younger defensemen plays a critical role in improving zone exits and limiting high-danger chances against.

In goal, Montreal continues to rely on a rotation approach. Consistency between the pipes remains a determining factor in totals and underdog value plays. The long-term trajectory depends on continued development from this young core and improved defensive structure.

Montreal Canadiens Injury Report

As the 2025-26 season progresses, Montreal has managed periodic injuries impacting both defensive pairings and forward rotations. These absences can disrupt line chemistry and special teams deployment, amplifying defensive inconsistencies.

When key contributors miss time, matchup reliability becomes more volatile. Bettors should monitor updated injury statuses and confirmed lineups closely, as roster adjustments can significantly affect projected pace, scoring distribution, and overall betting value in Canadiens games.

For additional context on how lineup changes are influencing betting markets, reviewing updated NHL Scores & Odds can provide insight into line movement before placing wagers.

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Montreal Canadiens Betting Outlook and Trends

Betting on the Montreal Canadiens in the 2025-26 season requires understanding their volatility. As a developing team with offensive upside and defensive inconsistency, Montreal frequently presents situational value — particularly when priced as underdogs. Before placing wagers, reviewing current pricing and movement through the NHL Scores & Odds page helps identify market adjustments tied to goaltending confirmations and injury updates.

Young Stars in Player Props

Montreal’s offensive production continues to revolve around its young core. Nick Suzuki remains a reliable playmaker, making assist props attractive in matchups where Montreal projects to generate sustained power play opportunities.

Cole Caufield’s shot volume and scoring ability create value in anytime goal scorer and shots-on-goal markets, especially against teams with weaker defensive structure. Early-season or matchup-specific inefficiencies in prop pricing can provide sharp bettors with opportunities before adjustments occur.

Live Betting Opportunities

The Canadiens have shown an ability to adjust mid-game, particularly when early defensive lapses settle into structured play. Live markets can offer value if Montreal falls behind but begins controlling possession or generating higher-quality scoring chances.

Second-period betting angles, including period moneylines and period totals, may present value depending on in-game momentum and opponent fatigue.

Overs Against High-Powered Opponents

Because defensive structure remains inconsistent at times, Canadiens games can trend toward higher totals against elite offensive teams. When facing clubs with strong transition speed or high shot volume, overs become viable — especially if both teams enter with average or below-average save percentages.

However, matchup context is critical. Against slower-paced, defensively disciplined teams, totals may compress significantly, reducing over value.

Underdog Value in Divisional Matchups

Divisional games often bring heightened intensity and familiarity, tightening margins while increasing emotional variance. Montreal can present puck line value (+1.5) in rivalry games, particularly at home.

Evaluating broader divisional positioning through updated NHL Atlantic Division Odds & Predictions can provide additional context when assessing motivation and playoff implications.

Betting Trends from Last Season

While prior-season trends provide reference points, 2025-26 performance should drive wagering decisions. Montreal previously showed road inconsistency, elevated scoring at home, and situational first-period value.

This season, bettors should focus on real-time indicators such as shot differential, special teams efficiency, goaltending form, and line movement rather than relying solely on historical splits.

Montreal Canadiens Schedule

Don’t miss a single Montreal Canadiens game this season:

Pre Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Week 1	Date: Sun 22/09/2024	Opponent: Winnipeg Jets	Result: W 3-2
Week 2	Date: Mon 23/09/2024	Opponent: Calgary Flames	Result: L 1-6
Week 2	Date: Mon 23/09/2024	Opponent: Calgary Flames	Result: L 3-6
Week 2	Date: Wed 25/09/2024	Opponent: Winnipeg Jets	Result: L 1-6
Week 2	Date: Sat 28/09/2024	Opponent: Seattle Kraken	Result: W 5-4
Week 3	Date: Mon 30/09/2024	Opponent: Vancouver Canucks	Result: T 2-2
Week 3	Date: Wed 02/10/2024	Opponent: Seattle Kraken	Result: L 2-6
Week 3	Date: Fri 04/10/2024	Opponent: Vancouver Canucks	Result: L 1-4
Week 4	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 5	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 6	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 7	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 8	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 9	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 10	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 11	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 12	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 13	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 14	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 15	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE

Regular Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Week 1	Date: Wed 09/10/2024	Opponent: Winnipeg Jets	Result: L 0-6
Week 1	Date: Sat 12/10/2024	Opponent: Chicago Blackhawks	Result: L 2-5
Week 1	Date: Sun 13/10/2024	Opponent: Calgary Flames	Result: L 1-4
Week 2	Date: Tue 15/10/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia Flyers	Result: W 4-3
Week 2	Date: Thu 17/10/2024	Opponent: Nashville Predators	Result: W 4-2
Week 2	Date: Sat 19/10/2024	Opponent: Dallas Stars	Result: L 1-4
Week 3	Date: Tue 22/10/2024	Opponent: Carolina Hurricanes	Result: L 2-3
Week 3	Date: Fri 25/10/2024	Opponent: Pittsburgh Penguins	Result: W 4-0
Week 3	Date: Sun 27/10/2024	Opponent: Detroit Red Wings	Result: W 3-2
Week 4	Date: Mon 28/10/2024	Opponent: Columbus Blue Jackets	Result: L 1-6
Week 4	Date: Thu 31/10/2024	Opponent: Nashville Predators	Result: W 5-1
Week 4	Date: Sun 03/11/2024	Opponent: Calgary Flames	Result: W 4-2
Week 5	Date: Mon 04/11/2024	Opponent: New Jersey Devils	Result: L 0-3
Week 5	Date: Wed 06/11/2024	Opponent: Vegas Golden Knights	Result: L 2-4
Week 5	Date: Sat 09/11/2024	Opponent: Vancouver Canucks	Result: W 7-3
Week 6	Date: Tue 12/11/2024	Opponent: NY Islanders	Result: W 4-3
Week 6	Date: Thu 14/11/2024	Opponent: Nashville Predators	Result: W 3-2
Week 6	Date: Sat 16/11/2024	Opponent: Toronto Maple Leafs	Result: L 3-4
Week 7	Date: Mon 18/11/2024	Opponent: Montreal Canadiens	Result: L 0-3
Week 7	Date: Tue 19/11/2024	Opponent: Ottawa Senators	Result: W 5-2
Week 7	Date: Thu 21/11/2024	Opponent: Minnesota Wild	Result: L 3-5
Week 7	Date: Sat 23/11/2024	Opponent: NY Rangers	Result: W 6-2
Week 8	Date: Fri 29/11/2024	Opponent: Utah Hockey Club	Result: W 4-3
Week 8	Date: Sat 30/11/2024	Opponent: Colorado Avalanche	Result: W 4-1
Week 9	Date: Tue 03/12/2024	Opponent: Vegas Golden Knights	Result: L 0-1
Week 9	Date: Thu 05/12/2024	Opponent: Columbus Blue Jackets	Result: W 6-3
Week 9	Date: Sat 07/12/2024	Opponent: St. Louis Blues	Result: W 4-2
Week 10	Date: Tue 10/12/2024	Opponent: Tampa Bay Lightning	Result: W 2-1
Week 10	Date: Thu 12/12/2024	Opponent: Minnesota Wild	Result: W 7-1
Week 10	Date: Sat 14/12/2024	Opponent: Vegas Golden Knights	Result: W 6-3
Week 11	Date: Mon 16/12/2024	Opponent: Florida Panthers	Result: L 5-6
Week 11	Date: Thu 19/12/2024	Opponent: Boston Bruins	Result: W 3-2
Week 11	Date: Sat 21/12/2024	Opponent: San Jose Sharks	Result: W 3-2
Week 11	Date: Sun 22/12/2024	Opponent: Ottawa Senators	Result: W 3-1
Week 12	Date: Sat 28/12/2024	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: L 3-4
Week 12	Date: Sun 29/12/2024	Opponent: Anaheim Ducks	Result: L 3-5
Week 13	Date: Fri 03/01/2025	Opponent: Anaheim Ducks	Result: W 3-2
Week 13	Date: Sat 04/01/2025	Opponent: Seattle Kraken	Result: W 4-2
Week 14	Date: Tue 07/01/2025	Opponent: Boston Bruins	Result: W 4-0
Week 14	Date: Thu 09/01/2025	Opponent: Pittsburgh Penguins	Result: L 3-5
Week 14	Date: Sat 11/01/2025	Opponent: Chicago Blackhawks	Result: W 4-3
Week 15	Date: Mon 13/01/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: W 1-0
Week 15	Date: Wed 15/01/2025	Opponent: Minnesota Wild	Result: W 5-3
Week 15	Date: Thu 16/01/2025	Opponent: Colorado Avalanche	Result: W 4-3
Week 15	Date: Sat 18/01/2025	Opponent: Vancouver Canucks	Result: L 2-3
Week 16	Date: Tue 21/01/2025	Opponent: Washington Capitals	Result: L 2-3
Week 16	Date: Thu 23/01/2025	Opponent: Vancouver Canucks	Result: W 6-2
Week 16	Date: Sat 25/01/2025	Opponent: Buffalo Sabres	Result: W 3-2
Week 17	Date: Mon 27/01/2025	Opponent: Seattle Kraken	Result: W 4-2
Week 17	Date: Thu 30/01/2025	Opponent: Detroit Red Wings	Result: T 2-2
Week 17	Date: Sat 01/02/2025	Opponent: Toronto Maple Leafs	Result: L 3-4
Week 18	Date: Tue 04/02/2025	Opponent: St. Louis Blues	Result: W 3-2
Week 18	Date: Wed 05/02/2025	Opponent: Chicago Blackhawks	Result: W 4-3
Week 18	Date: Fri 07/02/2025	Opponent: Colorado Avalanche	Result: L 4-5
Week 19	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 20	Date: Sat 22/02/2025	Opponent: Philadelphia Flyers	Result: L 3-6
Week 20	Date: Sun 23/02/2025	Opponent: Washington Capitals	Result: L 3-7
Week 21	Date: Tue 25/02/2025	Opponent: Tampa Bay Lightning	Result: L 1-4
Week 21	Date: Thu 27/02/2025	Opponent: Florida Panthers	Result: L 3-4
Week 21	Date: Sat 01/03/2025	Opponent: Carolina Hurricanes	Result: W 3-1
Week 22	Date: Tue 04/03/2025	Opponent: Anaheim Ducks	Result: L 2-6
Week 22	Date: Thu 06/03/2025	Opponent: Montreal Canadiens	Result: W 3-2
Week 22	Date: Sat 08/03/2025	Opponent: Dallas Stars	Result: W 5-4
Week 23	Date: Mon 10/03/2025	Opponent: Buffalo Sabres	Result: L 2-3
Week 23	Date: Thu 13/03/2025	Opponent: New Jersey Devils	Result: L 2-3
Week 23	Date: Fri 14/03/2025	Opponent: NY Islanders	Result: W 2-1
Week 23	Date: Sun 16/03/2025	Opponent: NY Rangers	Result: W 3-1
Week 24	Date: Tue 18/03/2025	Opponent: Utah Hockey Club	Result: W 7-1
Week 24	Date: Thu 20/03/2025	Opponent: Winnipeg Jets	Result: L 3-4
Week 24	Date: Sat 22/03/2025	Opponent: Seattle Kraken	Result: W 5-4
Week 25	Date: Wed 26/03/2025	Opponent: Dallas Stars	Result: L 3-4
Week 25	Date: Thu 27/03/2025	Opponent: Seattle Kraken	Result: L 1-6
Week 25	Date: Sat 29/03/2025	Opponent: Calgary Flames	Result: W 3-2
Week 26	Date: Tue 01/04/2025	Opponent: Vegas Golden Knights	Result: W 3-2
Week 26	Date: Thu 03/04/2025	Opponent: San Jose Sharks	Result: W 3-2
Week 26	Date: Sat 05/04/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: L 0-3
Week 27	Date: Mon 07/04/2025	Opponent: Anaheim Ducks	Result: L 2-3
Week 27	Date: Wed 09/04/2025	Opponent: St. Louis Blues	Result: W 4-3
Week 27	Date: Fri 11/04/2025	Opponent: San Jose Sharks	Result: W 4-2
Week 27	Date: Sun 13/04/2025	Opponent: Winnipeg Jets	Result: W 4-1
Week 28	Date: Mon 14/04/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: L 0-5
Week 28	Date: Wed 16/04/2025	Opponent: San Jose Sharks	Result: W 3-0
Week 29	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 30	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 31	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 32	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 33	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 34	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 35	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 36	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 37	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 38	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 39	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 40	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 41	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 42	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 43	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 44	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 45	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 46	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 47	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 48	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 49	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 50	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 51	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 52	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 53	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 54	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 55	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 56	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 57	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 58	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 59	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 60	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 61	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 62	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 63	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 64	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE

Post Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
First Round	Date: Mon 21/04/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: L 5-6
First Round	Date: Wed 23/04/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: L 2-6
First Round	Date: Fri 25/04/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: TBD
First Round	Date: Sun 27/04/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: TBD
First Round	Date: Tue 29/04/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: TBD
First Round	Date: Thu 01/05/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: TBD
First Round	Date: Sat 03/05/2025	Opponent: Los Angeles Kings	Result: TBD

Key Players for Betting on the Montreal Canadiens

Player props remain one of the most effective ways to approach Montreal games in the 2025-26 season. Because the Canadiens often play as underdogs and experience defensive volatility, individual markets — particularly saves, shots, and point totals — can offer sharper value than full-game sides. Monitoring deployment, special teams usage, and matchup quality is essential when targeting these players.

Sam Montembeault

Sam Montembeault continues to serve as Montreal’s primary goaltending option. Given the Canadiens’ defensive structure, he frequently faces elevated shot volume, making save total props especially attractive in matchups against high-paced teams.

When Montreal enters as a significant underdog, Montembeault’s projected workload often increases, creating value on over save markets. However, totals should be evaluated carefully depending on opponent scoring efficiency and Montreal’s penalty kill performance.

Cayden Primeau

Cayden Primeau provides depth in net and can offer situational betting value. When he draws starts against lower-tier offenses, under markets or competitive puck line plays may become viable.

Because sportsbooks sometimes adjust pricing conservatively with backup goaltenders, underdog moneyline value can appear in specific matchups. Evaluating opponent shot generation and expected pace is critical before targeting Primeau-related props.

Nick Suzuki

Nick Suzuki remains the offensive driver for Montreal. His ice time, power play usage, and consistent involvement in scoring sequences make assist and point props attractive in favorable matchups.

Suzuki often elevates his play in divisional and high-intensity games, which can increase his multi-point upside. When Montreal projects to generate sustained offensive zone time, his assist props frequently carry strong value.

Cole Caufield

Cole Caufield continues to be Montreal’s most dangerous goal scorer. His shot volume and quick release support anytime goal scorer and shots-on-goal markets, particularly against teams that allow high-danger chances.

Power play deployment further enhances his ceiling in games where the opponent struggles with discipline. Caufield’s consistency as a primary shooter keeps him at the center of most Canadiens prop evaluations.

Lane Hutson

Lane Hutson represents an emerging offensive presence from the blue line. His mobility and puck-moving ability contribute to assist opportunities and power play involvement.

In games where Montreal projects to score multiple goals, Hutson’s point props can offer value at favorable pricing. His offensive instincts also create potential in shots-on-goal markets when matchup pace increases.

Montreal Canadiens Summary

The Montreal Canadiens remain a high-variance betting profile in the 2025-26 season. Their youthful offensive core creates player prop opportunity, while defensive inconsistency introduces volatility in totals and puck line markets.

Successful wagering on Montreal requires close monitoring of goaltending confirmations, special teams performance, and matchup-specific pace projections. For bettors seeking deeper strategic insight across NHL markets, the NHL Expert Betting Guide provides additional frameworks for evaluating trends and maximizing long-term betting efficiency.