Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction, Picks & Odds | 11 Oct 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Canadiens vs Blackhawks

The Montreal Canadiens meet the Chicago Blackhawks in this NHL matchup at United Center, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday, October 11. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

Big Scoring Game Unlikely to Happen

The Canadiens and the Blackhawks might not have a very high combined goals total. We’ll therefore plump for the -143 that there are Under 6.5 goals.

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Hawks Won Last H2H in Shootouts

Montreal Canadiens won their previous game 5-1. This was a road victory at Little Caesars Arena against Detroit Red Wings. Mike Matheson was one of five different players on the scoresheet. Goalie Jakub Dobes was red hot in this one, making 30 saves (.968).

Chicago Blackhawks have suffered defeat in their last two games. Most recently, a 4-3 (OT) scoreline occurred on the road at TD Garden against Boston Bruins. Andre Burakovsky, Connor Bedard and Louis Crevier each scored one goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Hawks have claimed victories in the last two encounters against the Habs. At United Center, the scoreline was 4-2 and then we saw 4-3 (SO) at Bell Centre. The past 10 H2H games have seen the Hawks land six wins.

Starting Goalies

Sam Montembeault (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	0-1-0	3.1	.880	0
23/24	16-15-9	3.14	.903	0

Spencer Knight (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	0-1-0	3.1	.919	0

3 wins, 4 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.6 goals from 25.4 shots on goal, with a 17.5% powerplay efficiency. The Habs have given up 3.0 goals from 28.6 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.2%.

Cole Caufield is the top points scorer with 7 points, 3 goals and 4 assists, with Lane Hutson recording 7 points which were all assists. Goalie Sam Montembeault have a 2.68 goal against average with a .903 save percentage.

The Hawks have 4 wins, 3 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.9 goals from 23.9 shots on goal, with a 14.3% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.2 goals from 31.9 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 73.0%.

The top points scorer is Frank Nazar with 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, while Connor Bedard is next in line after having 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 2.94 GAA with a .909 SV%.

Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction & Picks

From our main match prediction to correct score advice, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder — this Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks betting preview covers it all.

Game Prediction

The -143 available that this NHL clash goes under the 6.5 goal line certainly looks appealing. Our pick is that the teams’ combined goals will fall short of the mark.

Our hockey predictions are built after tracking the latest team news and reviewing recent form. We also dive into up-to-date NHL stats, which often serve as a solid barometer for how the action might unfold.

Key Canadiens vs Blackhawks stats:

• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Canadiens games on the road.
• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Canadiens games on the road.

Under 6.5 Probability

According to the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 58.8% likelihood of our pick landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey bet.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Connor Bedard Over 0.5 Assists +125

Connor Bedard (Blackhawks) has recorded one assist or more in 5 straight games at home. Using this stat, we can therefore back him at +125 when it comes to a Player Assists bet which looks like a value pick.

Latest Connor Bedard Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+210

First

+1300

Assists

Over 0.5

+125

Under 0.5

-164

Shots on Goal

Over 2.5

-110

Under 2.5

-120

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Correct Score Prediction

Canadiens 2 - 4 Blackhawks

The Blackhawks are available at +1800 to secure a 4-2 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Canadiens

Blackhawks

1-0

Canadiens

+5000

Blackhawks

+5500

2-0

Canadiens

+4000

Blackhawks

+5000

2-1

Canadiens

+1300

Blackhawks

+1500

3-0

Canadiens

+2800

Blackhawks

+3500

3-1

Canadiens

+1600

Blackhawks

+2000

3-2

Canadiens

+800

Blackhawks

+950

4-0

Canadiens

+3000

Blackhawks

+5000

4-1

Canadiens

+1300

Blackhawks

+1900

4-2

Canadiens

+1400

Blackhawks

+1800

4-3

Canadiens

+1000

Blackhawks

+1150

5-0

Canadiens

+5500

Blackhawks

+9000

5-1

Canadiens

+2000

Blackhawks

+3400

5-2

Canadiens

+1400

Blackhawks

+2200

5-3

Canadiens

+2200

Blackhawks

+2800

5-4

Canadiens

+2000

Blackhawks

+2200

6-0

Canadiens

+8000

Blackhawks

+14000

6-1

Canadiens

+4500

Blackhawks

+8000

6-2

Canadiens

+2500

Blackhawks

+4500

6-3

Canadiens

+2500

Blackhawks

+3500

6-4

Canadiens

+4500

Blackhawks

+5500

6-5

Canadiens

+5000

Blackhawks

+5500

7-1

Canadiens

+7500

Blackhawks

+13000

7-2

Canadiens

+6600

Blackhawks

+11000

7-3

Canadiens

+5000

Blackhawks

+7500

7-4

Canadiens

+6000

Blackhawks

+8000

7-5

Canadiens

+10000

Blackhawks

+12000

7-6

Canadiens

+12000

Blackhawks

+12500

8-4

Canadiens

+11000

Blackhawks

+14000

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Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Close Contest Expected According to Latest Odds

For this game, the sportsbooks’ Moneyline betting odds mean Montreal Canadiens are -161 favorites to win and that means a 62% chance of landing a victory. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Chicago Blackhawks are trading at +132.

1.5 is the puck line and 5.5 is the total goals line. A Totals bet relates to the number of goals that will be scored overall. If you fancy Over 5.5, this outcome can be backed at -143.

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Moneyline

Canadiens

-161

Blackhawks

+132

3-Way Moneyline

Canadiens

+102

Tie

+340

Blackhawks

+205

Puck Line

Canadiens -1.5

+152

Blackhawks +1.5

-189

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+116

Over 5.5

-143

Cole Caufield Favorite to Be First Goalscorer

The First Goalscorer favorite is Cole Caufield at +1100. Similar odds can be found if you’re interested in this player to register the last goal.

Player Goals

Cole Caufield (Canadiens)

First

+165

Anytime

+1100

Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)

First

+210

Anytime

+1300

Nick Suzuki (Canadiens)

First

+220

Anytime

+1400

Tyler Bertuzzi (Blackhawks)

First

+240

Anytime

+1700

Frank Nazar (Blackhawks)

First

+250

Anytime

+1600

Ivan Demidov (Canadiens)

First

+250

Anytime

+1700

Juraj Slafkovsky (Canadiens)

First

+250

Anytime

+1700

Ryan Donato (Blackhawks)

First

+260

Anytime

+1600

Zack Bolduc (Canadiens)

First

+340

Anytime

+2200

Brendan Gallagher (Canadiens)

First

+350

Anytime

+1900

Patrik Laine (Canadiens)

First

+350

Anytime

+2200

Teuvo Teravainen (Blackhawks)

First

+375

Anytime

+2200

Kirby Dach (Canadiens)

First

+450

Anytime

+2800

Andre Burakovsky (Blackhawks)

First

+450

Anytime

+2200

Ilya Mikheyev (Blackhawks)

First

+450

Anytime

+2500

Alex Newhook (Canadiens)

First

+450

Anytime

+2500

Noah Dobson (Canadiens)

First

+500

Anytime

+2500

Nick Foligno (Blackhawks)

First

+500

Anytime

+2800

Colton Dach (Blackhawks)

First

+525

Anytime

+3000

Oliver Kapanen (Canadiens)

First

+575

Anytime

+3000

Josh Anderson (Canadiens)

First

+625

Anytime

+3300

Jason Dickinson (Blackhawks)

First

+650

Anytime

+3500

Jake Evans (Canadiens)

First

+700

Anytime

+3500

Lane Hutson (Canadiens)

First

+700

Anytime

+3500

Sam Rinzel (Blackhawks)

First

+800

Anytime

+4000

Ryan Greene (Blackhawks)

First

+850

Anytime

+4000

Mike Matheson (Canadiens)

First

+900

Anytime

+4000

Artyom Levshunov (Blackhawks)

First

+1100

Anytime

+4500

Sam Lafferty (Blackhawks)

First

+1100

Anytime

+5000

Alex Vlasic (Blackhawks)

First

+1500

Anytime

+8000

Player Assists

Lane Hutson (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

-110

Under 0.5

-118

Nick Suzuki (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

-105

Under 0.5

-125

Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)

Over 0.5

+125

Under 0.5

-164

Cole Caufield (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

+140

Under 0.5

-189

Teuvo Teravainen (Blackhawks)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-208

Noah Dobson (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-222

Sam Rinzel (Blackhawks)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-233

Juraj Slafkovsky (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

+180

Under 0.5

-250

Frank Nazar (Blackhawks)

Over 0.5

+190

Under 0.5

-250

Tyler Bertuzzi (Blackhawks)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-286

Zack Bolduc (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-303

Andre Burakovsky (Blackhawks)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-303

Ryan Donato (Blackhawks)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-323

Mike Matheson (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-323

Patrik Laine (Canadiens)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-455

Player Shots

Cole Caufield (Canadiens)

Over 2.5

-149

Under 2.5

+110

Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)

Over 2.5

-110

Under 2.5

-120

Nick Suzuki (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-200

Under 1.5

+145

Tyler Bertuzzi (Blackhawks)

Over 1.5

-110

Under 1.5

-125

Frank Nazar (Blackhawks)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Ivan Demidov (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-135

Under 1.5

-100

Juraj Slafkovsky (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Ryan Donato (Blackhawks)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Zack Bolduc (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-200

Under 1.5

+145

Brendan Gallagher (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-135

Under 1.5

-100

Patrik Laine (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Noah Dobson (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-208

Under 1.5

+150

Sam Rinzel (Blackhawks)

Over 1.5

-200

Under 1.5

+145

Micro Betting

There are lots of exciting NHL micro betting lines that are created and they are available in-game. Among them are next goalscorer, next team to find the net and whether a goal will be scored within the next 10 minutes.

Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Montreal Canadiens Stats

Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -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

Puck Line

• +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 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 4.90 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 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.00 pts and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 25.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.7
• Blocks: 13.8
• Faceoff Wins : 25.8
• Hits: 29.2
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 23
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.9
• Blocks: 15.3
• Faceoff Wins : 27.3
• Hits: 25.2
• Giveaways: 13.3
• Takeaways: 3.7

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 23.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.4
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.7
• Blocks: 13.7
• Faceoff Wins : 22.5
• Hits: 17.7
• Giveaways: 17.6
• Takeaways: 5.2

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 26
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 2.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.2
• Blocks: 11.7
• Faceoff Wins : 24.6
• Hits: 18
• Giveaways: 17.8
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team News

Montreal Canadiens Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
11	Brendan Gallagher	2	13.8	0	3	3	1
91	Oliver Kapanen	2	14	2	0	2	2
8	Mike Matheson	2	21.45	1	1	2	1

14	Nick Suzuki	2	18.25	0	2	2	-2
76	Zachary Bolduc	2	14.2	2	0	2	1
72	Arber Xhekaj	2	13.4	0	1	1	2
20	Juraj Slafkovsky	2	17.55	1	0	1	-2
15	Alex Newhook	2	15.55	0	1	1	2
13	Cole Caufield	2	17.45	0	1	1	-2
93	Ivan Demidov	2	12.7	0	1	1	0
77	Kirby Dach	2	13	0	1	1	1
53	Noah Dobson	2	21.4	0	1	1	0
45	Alexandre Carrier	2	17.3	1	0	1	1
17	Josh Anderson	2	14.6	0	0	0	0
71	Jake Evans	2	14.95	0	0	0	0
92	Patrik Laine	2	13.3	0	0	0	-2
48	Lane Hutson	2	21.85	0	0	0	-1
21	Kaiden Guhle	2	20.7	0	0	0	0

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
35	Sam Montembeault	1	3.07	0.88
75	Jakub Dobes	1	1	0.968

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Chicago Blackhawks Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
91	Frank Nazar	2	20.6	1	2	3	1
98	Connor Bedard	2	21.95	1	1	2	1
86	Teuvo Teraevaeinen	2	18.3	1	1	2	1

28	Andre Burakovsky	2	15.7	1	1	2	0
59	Tyler Bertuzzi	2	17.65	0	2	2	0
17	Nick Foligno	2	13.9	0	1	1	0
46	Louis Crevier	1	8.4	1	0	1	2
55	Artyom Levshunov	2	16.8	0	1	1	1
28	Colton Dach	2	13.45	0	1	1	0
8	Ryan Donato	2	16.6	0	0	0	-1
5	Connor Murphy	2	17.95	0	0	0	-2
44	Wyatt Kaiser	2	19.9	0	0	0	1
	Matt Grzelcyk	2	16	0	0	0	1
6	Sam Rinzel	2	22.2	0	0	0	-1
95	Ilya Mikheyev	2	18.65	0	0	0	0
20	Ryan Greene	2	10.15	0	0	0	0
24	Sam Lafferty	1	8.1	0	0	0	-1
43	Alex Vlasic	1	19.2	0	0	0	0
16	Jason Dickinson	2	11.35	0	0	0	0
38	Ethan Del Mastro	1	17.6	0	0	0	-1

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
30	Spencer Knight	1	3.05	0.919
40	Arvid Soederblom	1	3.92	0.879

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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.