Montreal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction, Picks & Odds | 06 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Canadiens vs Ducks

The Montreal Canadiens go up against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Friday, March 6.

We can’t resist going for the Ducks on the Moneyline, with our prediction made with confidence and there is -114 available that they beat the Canadiens.

Montreal Canadiens were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road at SAP Center. San Jose Sharks claimed a 7-5 win. Alex Newhook registered two goals, with Ivan Demidov, Oliver Kapanen and Phillip Danault also finding the net.

Anaheim Ducks won their last game, beating New York Islanders at home. It was a 5-1 win at Honda Center. Cutter Gauthier scored two goals, with Beckett Sennecke, Ryan Poehling and Frank Vatrano also scoring. Goalie Ville Husso had a great game and ended up with 42 saves (.977).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw the Ducks claim a 3-2 win over the Habs at Honda Center. The past 10 games between the teams have seen the Ducks win six times.

Starting Goalies

Sam Montembeault (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	10-8-3	3.4	.874	0
23/24	16-15-9	3.14	.903	0

Lukas Dostal (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	24-14-2	3	.894	0
23/24	14-23-2	3.33	.902	1

5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 4.1 goals from 27.7 shots on goal, with a 25.0% powerplay efficiency. The Habs have been giving up 3.3 goals from 28.2 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 76.9%.

Nick Suzuki is the top points scorer with 14 points, 4 goals and 10 assists, with Cole Caufield recording 11 points, 10 goals and 1 assist, over the last 10 games. Goalie Jakub Dobes have a 3.13 goal against average with a .895 save percentage.

The Ducks have 7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.5 goals from 30.8 shots on goal, with a 21.6% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.4 goals from 31.5 shots, averaging 2.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 74.1%.

The top points scorer is Beckett Sennecke with 13 points, 5 goals and 8 assists, while Cutter Gauthier is next in line after having 10 points, 8 goals and 2 assists. Goalie Lukas Dostal have a 3.06 GAA with a .895 SV%.

Montreal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction & Picks

Gear up for Montreal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks with our betting guide, featuring an expert match prediction, scoreline advice and a hand-picked bet builder. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

Anaheim Ducks are available at -114 when it comes to winning this NHL clash. Our pick is that they’ll outscore the road team and there’s value available when it comes to these odds.

Incoming team news often impacts the NHL betting lines in significant ways. Our handicappers factor this in alongside recent form, while key stats are also carefully weighed to strengthen each hockey prediction.

Key Canadiens vs Ducks stats:

• Ducks have won 9 of their last 10 games at home.
• Ducks have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Canadiens have lost 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Canadiens have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Ducks have won 6 of their last 10 games against Canadiens.

Ducks Moneyline Probability

Looking at the latest betting odds, there’s a 53.2% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. However, our analysts research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

If you can correctly predict that Anaheim will win along with the number of goals, then you are able to combine the two picks by going down the Match Winner & Total Goals route.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Canadiens 4 - 6 Ducks

A 6-4 win in favor of the Ducks can be backed at odds of +4000. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Canadiens

Ducks

1-0

Canadiens

+6600

Ducks

+6600

2-0

Canadiens

+5500

Ducks

+6000

2-1

Canadiens

+1700

Ducks

+1700

3-0

Canadiens

+4000

Ducks

+4000

3-1

Canadiens

+2200

Ducks

+2200

3-2

Canadiens

+900

Ducks

+900

4-0

Canadiens

+4500

Ducks

+5000

4-1

Canadiens

+1800

Ducks

+1800

4-2

Canadiens

+1600

Ducks

+1600

4-3

Canadiens

+950

Ducks

+950

5-0

Canadiens

+8000

Ducks

+8000

5-1

Canadiens

+2800

Ducks

+2800

5-2

Canadiens

+1700

Ducks

+1700

5-3

Canadiens

+2200

Ducks

+2000

5-4

Canadiens

+1700

Ducks

+1700

6-0

Canadiens

+11000

Ducks

+11000

6-1

Canadiens

+6000

Ducks

+6000

6-2

Canadiens

+3000

Ducks

+3000

6-3

Canadiens

+2800

Ducks

+2500

6-4

Canadiens

+4000

Ducks

+4000

6-5

Canadiens

+4000

Ducks

+4000

7-1

Canadiens

+10000

Ducks

+10000

7-2

Canadiens

+7500

Ducks

+7500

7-3

Canadiens

+5500

Ducks

+5000

7-4

Canadiens

+5500

Ducks

+5500

7-5

Canadiens

+9000

Ducks

+9000

7-6

Canadiens

+9000

Ducks

+9000

8-2

Canadiens

+13000

Ducks

+12500

8-3

Canadiens

+12500

Ducks

+12000

8-4

Canadiens

+10000

Ducks

+10000

8-5

Canadiens

+12000

Ducks

+12000

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Montreal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks 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.

Anaheim Ducks are available at Moneyline odds of -108, while opponents Montreal Canadiens can be backed at -111. The probability of the home team winning this game is 52% according to the sportsbooks.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 6.5. A Totals bet relates to the number of goals that will be scored overall. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of -123.

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Moneyline

Canadiens

-111

Ducks

-108

3-Way Moneyline

Canadiens

+145

Tie

+320

Ducks

+145

Puck Line

Canadiens +1.5

-263

Ducks -1.5

+210

Total Goals

Under 6.5

+102

Over 6.5

-123

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Montreal Canadiens Stats

Anaheim Ducks Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 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 4.10 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.50 pts and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.80 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 27.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 8.1
• Blocks: 13.5
• Faceoff Wins : 31.3
• Hits: 21.1
• Giveaways: 12.8
• Takeaways: 4.9

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 26
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 10.2
• Blocks: 10.9
• Faceoff Wins : 25.2
• Hits: 22.1
• Giveaways: 13.3
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 30.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 5.9
• Blocks: 13.7
• Faceoff Wins : 28.8
• Hits: 23.9
• Giveaways: 16.9
• Takeaways: 5.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 7.6
• Blocks: 13.9
• Faceoff Wins : 28.5
• Hits: 25.5
• Giveaways: 17.2
• Takeaways: 6.1

Injuries & Suspensions

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.

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