Montreal Canadiens vs Nashville Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds
NHL Betting Preview: Canadiens vs Predators
The Montreal Canadiens meet the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday, March 28.
Predators Worth Backing
The Predators should be able to come out on top against the Canadiens. Our betting prediction is to back them on the Moneyline where an attractive +104 can be landed.
Last H2H Saw Canadiens Triumph in Overtime
Montreal Canadiens have won their previous three games. The latest was a 2-1 home triumph at Bell Centre against Columbus Blue Jackets. Jayden Struble and Zachary Bolduc scored one goal apiece. Goalie Jakub Dobes was red hot in this one, making 25 saves (.962).
Nashville Predators were defeated last time out. Bridgestone Arena saw them beaten at home to New Jersey Devils by a 4-2 scoreline. Steven Stamkos and Reid Schaefer scored one goal apiece.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Habs won the last encounter between the pair. Enjoying a 3-2 triumph when facing the Predators at Bell Centre. The Habs have four straight wins against the Predators. They’ve also claimed 6 victories in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.
Starting Goalies
Jakub Dobes (Expected)
| Season | W-L-OTL: | GAA: | SV%: | SO: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24/25 | 24-8-4 | 2.8 | .898 | 0 |
Juuse Saros (Expected)
| Season | W-L-OTL: | GAA: | SV%: | SO: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24/25 | 26-19-7 | 3.1 | .895 | 0 |
| 23/24 | 35-24-5 | 2.86 | .906 | 3 |
Montreal Canadiens – Last 10 Games
7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.3 goals from 27.5 shots on goal, with a 17.1% powerplay efficiency. The Habs have been giving up 2.5 goals from 28.8 shots, averaging 3.2 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.4%.
Nick Suzuki is the top points scorer with 15 points, 4 goals and 11 assists, with Juraj Slafkovsky recording 14 points, 7 goals and 7 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Jakub Dobes have a 2.00 goal against average with a .931 save percentage.
Nashville Predators – Last 10 Games
The Predators have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.1 goals from 23.8 shots on goal, with a 20.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.5 goals from 32.0 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 86.5%.
The top points scorer is Filip Forsberg with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, while Jonathan Marchessault is next best after registering 10 points which were all assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 2.60 GAA with a .918 SV%.
Montreal Canadiens vs Nashville Predators Prediction & Picks
We dive into the top Montreal Canadiens vs Nashville Predators betting angles, including our main match prediction, best correct score play and a bet builder tailored for value.
Game Prediction
The best bet could be taking Nashville Predators to simply achieve a victory in this NHL clash. Our pick can be taken at +104 on the Moneyline which yields a potentially nice return.
The NHL handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of injuries and team form that could impact the outcome. We also leave no stone unturned when analyzing the latest hockey stats to support every prediction.
Key Canadiens vs Predators stats:
Predators Moneyline Probability
The odds at the top betting apps suggest our pick has a 49% chance of winning. However, our analysts think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Our Game Prediction
Published 23:56, 27 March 2026
Montreal Canadiens vs Nashville Predators Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Little Between the Two Teams According to the Books
The sportsbooks’ betting odds have Montreal Canadiens as -122 favorites for this game, implying that they are 55% likely to win. Nashville Predators are the underdogs at +102 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.
The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of -104.
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Montreal Canadiens Stats
Nashville Predators Stats
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.60 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.90 pts and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.40 goals in the previous 10 home games
- Over 6.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
- Goals Powerplay: 0.6
- Shots: 27.5
- Goals Shorthanded: 0
- Penalties: 3.2
- Empty Net Goals: 0.2
- Penalty Minutes: 8.5
- Blocks: 12.5
- Faceoff Wins : 28.4
- Hits: 23.5
- Giveaways: 14.7
- Takeaways: 4.6
Last 10 Games on the Road
- Goals Powerplay: 1.2
- Shots: 26.5
- Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
- Penalties: 3.9
- Empty Net Goals: 0.2
- Penalty Minutes: 8.1
- Blocks: 12.4
- Faceoff Wins : 31.4
- Hits: 23
- Giveaways: 15
- Takeaways: 4.7
Last 10 Games
- Goals Powerplay: 0.6
- Shots: 23.8
- Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
- Penalties: 3.7
- Empty Net Goals: 0.2
- Penalty Minutes: 9.6
- Blocks: 12.1
- Faceoff Wins : 26.2
- Hits: 17.6
- Giveaways: 14.3
- Takeaways: 5.7
Last 10 Home Games
- Goals Powerplay: 1.1
- Shots: 26.1
- Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
- Penalties: 3.7
- Empty Net Goals: 0.3
- Penalty Minutes: 9.5
- Blocks: 12.2
- Faceoff Wins : 26.9
- Hits: 19
- Giveaways: 13.8
- Takeaways: 5.1
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Kevin Thompson
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