Montreal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction, Picks & Odds | 07 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Canadiens vs Kings

The Montreal Canadiens meet the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday, March 7.

When the Canadiens and the Kings go head-to-head, there is +110 on offer that Over 6.5 are scored in total. This represents great value.

Montreal Canadiens have now lost back-to-back games. On the road in their previous appearance, Anaheim Ducks won 6-5 (SO) at Honda Center. Cole Caufield registered two goals, with Lane Hutson, Nick Suzuki and Alexandre Carrier also finding the net.

Los Angeles Kings won their last game which was at home. It was a 5-3 triumph at Crypto.com Arena against New York Islanders. Mikey Anderson was among the goalscorers where five different players found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Kings had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Bell Centre, they recorded a 5-1 win over the Habs. The Kings have won nine on the spin against the Habs. They’ve also claimed 9 victories in the past 10 head-to-head encounters.

Starting Goalies

Jakub Dobes (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	29-10-4	2.8	.901	0

Darcy Kuemper (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	19-14-15	2.8	.891	3
23/24	13-14-3	3.31	.890	1

5 wins, 2 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 4.4 goals from 27.1 shots on goal, with a 28.6% powerplay efficiency. The Habs have been giving up 3.4 goals from 29.8 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 73.0%.

Nick Suzuki is the top points scorer with 14 points, 4 goals and 10 assists, with Cole Caufield recording 13 points, 11 goals and 2 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jakub Dobes have a 3.13 goal against average with a .895 save percentage.

The Kings have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.3 goals from 26.6 shots on goal, with a 18.2% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.8 goals from 29.7 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 73.7%.

The top points scorer is Adrian Kempe with 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, while Brandt Clarke is next best after registering 7 points, 2 goals and 5 assists. Goalie Anton Forsberg have a 3.45 GAA with a .888 SV%, including one shutout.

Montreal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction & Picks

Our Montreal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings preview includes expert betting advice on all fronts — from a match prediction and correct score guidance to player prop selections and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

Our pick is that the total will go over the line in this NHL clash. We’re especially keen to take advantage of the +110 that the lamp is lit on several occasions.

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 Kings stats:

• The 6.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Canadiens games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Canadiens games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Canadiens games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Kings games.

Over 6.5 Probability

Based on the odds from the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 47.6% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. However, we have this number between 50-55% based on our in-depth research. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Adrian Kempe Over 2.5 Shots -185

Adrian Kempe (Kings) has recorded Over 2.5 shots on goal in 8 of the past 10 games. We’re expecting history to repeat itself and for him to cover the Shots on Goal line at odds of -185.

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Correct Score Prediction

Canadiens 4 - 3 Kings

The Canadiens can be backed to win 4-3 when it comes to the correct score. We’ll go for the +1050 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Canadiens

Kings

1-0

Canadiens

+5000

Kings

+5000

2-0

Canadiens

+4500

Kings

+4500

2-1

Canadiens

+1400

Kings

+1400

3-0

Canadiens

+3300

Kings

+3000

3-1

Canadiens

+1800

Kings

+1800

3-2

Canadiens

+850

Kings

+850

4-0

Canadiens

+4000

Kings

+4000

4-1

Canadiens

+1600

Kings

+1500

4-2

Canadiens

+1600

Kings

+1500

4-3

Canadiens

+1050

Kings

+1000

5-0

Canadiens

+7500

Kings

+6600

5-1

Canadiens

+2800

Kings

+2400

5-2

Canadiens

+1800

Kings

+1600

5-3

Canadiens

+2500

Kings

+2200

5-4

Canadiens

+2200

Kings

+2000

6-0

Canadiens

+12000

Kings

+10000

6-1

Canadiens

+6600

Kings

+5500

6-2

Canadiens

+3500

Kings

+3000

6-3

Canadiens

+3300

Kings

+3000

6-4

Canadiens

+5000

Kings

+5000

6-5

Canadiens

+5000

Kings

+5000

7-0

Canadiens

+5000

Kings

+14000

7-1

Canadiens

+11000

Kings

+9000

7-2

Canadiens

+9000

Kings

+8000

7-3

Canadiens

+6600

Kings

+5500

7-4

Canadiens

+7500

Kings

+6600

7-5

Canadiens

+11000

Kings

+11000

7-6

Canadiens

+12500

Kings

+12000

8-1

Canadiens

+12500

Kings

+14000

8-2

Canadiens

+12500

Kings

+13000

8-3

Canadiens

+12500

Kings

+13000

8-4

Canadiens

+13000

Kings

+12000

8-5

Canadiens

+13000

Kings

+14000

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Montreal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings 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.

With the sportsbooks giving them a 53% probability of winning this game, Los Angeles Kings might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -115 Moneyline betting odds. At -104, Montreal Canadiens are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 6.5. Having a bet on Totals is one of the most popular hockey wagers. If you fancy Over 6.5, this outcome can be backed at +114.

National Hockey League fans are spoilt for choice thanks to the wide range of team props and game lines which are available for every matchup on the coupon. Head to the top betting apps and find the best value wagers.

Moneyline

Canadiens

-104

Kings

-115

3-Way Moneyline

Canadiens

+160

Tie

+325

Kings

+133

Puck Line

Canadiens +1.5

-263

Kings -1.5

+210

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-141

Over 6.5

+114

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Montreal Canadiens Stats

Los Angeles Kings 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

• 3 wins and 7 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 9 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 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 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 8.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.40 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 4.00 pts and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.20 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 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.30 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 27.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 7.7
• Blocks: 12.9
• Faceoff Wins : 31
• Hits: 20.4
• Giveaways: 13.3
• Takeaways: 4.9

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 1.2
• Shots: 26.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 10.2
• Blocks: 10.4
• Faceoff Wins : 25.3
• Hits: 22.8
• Giveaways: 13.6
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 26.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.8
• Blocks: 15.9
• Faceoff Wins : 27.7
• Hits: 24.7
• Giveaways: 13.5
• Takeaways: 4.6

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 26.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.7
• Blocks: 13.6
• Faceoff Wins : 21.2
• Hits: 22.7
• Giveaways: 13.8
• Takeaways: 4.8

Injuries & Suspensions

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