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	10-8-4	3.5	.872	0
23/24	16-15-9	3.14	.903	0

Lukas Dostal (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	30-20-4	3.1	.888	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

The Montreal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, player prop bets, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.

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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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Alex Killorn Over 1.5 Shots -161

Alex Killorn (Ducks) has fired Over 1.5 shots on goal in 8 of the past 10 games. He should be capable of covering the line when it comes to this player prop and odds of -161 are now available.

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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 +3500. 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

+7500

Ducks

+7500

2-0

Canadiens

+6600

Ducks

+6600

2-1

Canadiens

+2000

Ducks

+2000

3-0

Canadiens

+4500

Ducks

+4500

3-1

Canadiens

+2400

Ducks

+2400

3-2

Canadiens

+1000

Ducks

+1000

4-0

Canadiens

+5500

Ducks

+5500

4-1

Canadiens

+2000

Ducks

+2000

4-2

Canadiens

+1600

Ducks

+1700

4-3

Canadiens

+950

Ducks

+950

5-0

Canadiens

+8000

Ducks

+9000

5-1

Canadiens

+2900

Ducks

+3000

5-2

Canadiens

+1600

Ducks

+1700

5-3

Canadiens

+1900

Ducks

+2000

5-4

Canadiens

+1500

Ducks

+1500

6-0

Canadiens

+11000

Ducks

+12000

6-1

Canadiens

+6000

Ducks

+6000

6-2

Canadiens

+2900

Ducks

+3000

6-3

Canadiens

+2400

Ducks

+2500

6-4

Canadiens

+3400

Ducks

+3500

6-5

Canadiens

+3300

Ducks

+3300

7-1

Canadiens

+9000

Ducks

+10000

7-2

Canadiens

+6600

Ducks

+7500

7-3

Canadiens

+4500

Ducks

+5000

7-4

Canadiens

+4500

Ducks

+5000

7-5

Canadiens

+7000

Ducks

+7500

7-6

Canadiens

+7500

Ducks

+7500

8-1

Canadiens

+14000

Ducks

+15000

8-2

Canadiens

+11000

Ducks

+12500

8-3

Canadiens

+10000

Ducks

+12000

8-4

Canadiens

+8000

Ducks

+9000

8-5

Canadiens

+10000

Ducks

+10000

8-6

Canadiens

+14000

Ducks

+14000

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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 -104, while opponents Montreal Canadiens can be backed at -115. The probability of the home team winning this game is 51% 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 -141.

National Hockey League bettors are spoilt for choice thanks to the hundreds of game lines and team props which are available for every clash on the coupon. Head to the top sportsbooks and find the best value picks.

Moneyline

Canadiens

-115

Ducks

-104

3-Way Moneyline

Canadiens

+140

Tie

+325

Ducks

+150

Puck Line

Canadiens -1.5

+205

Ducks +1.5

-263

Total Goals

Under 6.5

+114

Over 6.5

-141

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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

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