Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens Prediction, Picks & Odds | 27 Apr 2025

Canadiens Good Value against Caps

Washington Capitals (51-22-9, 25-13-3 Away) clash with Montreal Canadiens (40-31-11, 23-12-6 at Home) in this Stanley Cup Playoffs first round matchup at Bell Centre. The Caps lead the series 2-1.

The -100 about the Canadiens look very attractive when it comes to the Moneyline. We think the Capitals can be beaten, so this is our prediction.

Canadiens Won 6-3 in Teams’ Previous H2H

Washington Capitals and Montreal Canadiens went head-to-head on Friday night, with the Habs triumphing 6-3 at Bell Centre.

The Habs had 40 shots on goal, with Cole Caufield landing 2 points, featuring 1 goal and 1 assist. The Caps managed 21 shots on goal, with Jakob Chychrun, Alexander Ovechkin and Connor McMichael each scoring one goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It’s been five wins for each team over the previous 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

Logan Thompson (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	5-3-0	1.5	.935	0
23/24	25-14-3	2.7	.908	1

Jakub Dobes (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	6-0-0	2	.930	0

5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 28.0 shots on goal, with a 21.6% powerplay efficiency. The Caps have given up 3.7 goals from 29.9 shots, averaging 4.0 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.0%.

Dylan Strome is the top points scorer with 14 points, 6 goals and 8 assists, with Alexander Ovechkin racking up 11 points, 8 goals and 3 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Charlie Lindgren have a 3.27 goal against average with a .878 save percentage.

The Habs have 5 wins, 2 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.7 goals from 24.5 shots on goal, with a 10.3% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.4 goals from 30.5 shots, averaging 4.0 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.0%.

The top points scorer is Nick Suzuki with 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists, while Cole Caufield is next in line after registering 8 points, 4 goals and 4 assists. Goalie Sam Montembeault have a 2.50 GAA with a .915 SV%.

Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

We’re keeping things simple by wagering Montreal Canadiens on the Moneyline. They should get the better of their opponents in this NHL clash and our pick is available at odds of -100.

Our expert NHL handicappers study the latest form, while injuries can also affect the potential outcome. Before coming up with a verdict, we combine this data with the latest player and goalie stats.

Key Capitals vs Canadiens stats:

• Canadiens have won 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• Canadiens have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Canadiens have won 2 consecutive games at home.
• Capitals have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Capitals have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Capitals have lost their last 2 games on the road.

Canadiens Moneyline Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 50% chance of winning. However, our cappers have this number closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. It is the reason why we are recommending this hockey wager.

For a bigger return on investment, bettors often wager Match Winner & Total Goals to get bigger odds for Montreal. The 3-Way Moneyline and Puck Line are good alternatives.

Best Bet

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Juraj Slafkovsky Over 1.5 Shots -182

Juraj Slafkovsky (Canadiens) has covered the 1.5 shots on goal total in 6 straight games. If you agree with our verdict that he can cover the line again, then you can land odds of -182 that this happens.

Latest Juraj Slafkovsky Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+245

First

+1400

Shots on Goal

Over 1.5

-213

Under 1.5

+160

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Correct Score Prediction

Capitals 2 - 4 Canadiens

Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens 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.

Books Think the Game Could Go Either Way

There are betting odds of +112 that Montreal Canadiens land victory, with Washington Capitals alternatively at -133. The hosts have a 47% chance of victory in the eyes of the leading sportsbooks.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 6.5. The Totals offers NHL bettors an alternative way of getting involved. The Over 6.5 selection is available to back at -104.

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Moneyline

Capitals

-133

Canadiens

+112

3-Way Moneyline

Capitals

+125

Tie

+310

Canadiens

+170

Puck Line

Capitals -1.5

+172

Canadiens +1.5

-213

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-118

Over 6.5

-104

Alex Ovechkin Favorite to Be First Goalscorer

Alex Ovechkin is priced at +750 when it comes to First Goalscorer. He’s the favorite and also available at odds of +115 to light the lamp at anytime.

Player Goals

Alex Ovechkin (Capitals)

First

+115

Anytime

+750

Cole Caufield (Canadiens)

First

+148

Anytime

+950

Nick Suzuki (Canadiens)

First

+175

Anytime

+1050

Patrik Laine (Canadiens)

First

+215

Anytime

+1300

Dylan Strome (Capitals)

First

+225

Anytime

+1300

Connor McMichael (Capitals)

First

+225

Anytime

+1300

Tom Wilson (Capitals)

First

+240

Anytime

+1300

Juraj Slafkovsky (Canadiens)

First

+245

Anytime

+1400

Alexei Protas (Capitals)

First

+255

Anytime

+1400

Pierre-Luc Dubois (Capitals)

First

+290

Anytime

+1600

Brendan Gallagher (Canadiens)

First

+295

Anytime

+1600

Anthony Beauvillier (Capitals)

First

+310

Anytime

+1700

Ivan Demidov (Canadiens)

First

+310

Anytime

+1700

Jakob Chychrun (Capitals)

First

+370

Anytime

+1900

Alex Newhook (Canadiens)

First

+390

Anytime

+2000

Ryan Leonard (Capitals)

First

+400

Anytime

+2000

Andrew Mangiapane (Capitals)

First

+400

Anytime

+2000

Christian Dvorak (Canadiens)

First

+475

Anytime

+2200

Josh Anderson (Canadiens)

First

+475

Anytime

+2200

Player Shots

Alex Ovechkin (Capitals)

Over 3.5

-114

Under 3.5

-114

Cole Caufield (Canadiens)

Over 2.5

-185

Under 2.5

+140

Nick Suzuki (Canadiens)

Over 2.5

+120

Under 2.5

-156

Jakob Chychrun (Capitals)

Over 2.5

+120

Under 2.5

-156

Dylan Strome (Capitals)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Connor McMichael (Capitals)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Tom Wilson (Capitals)

Over 1.5

-175

Under 1.5

+135

Juraj Slafkovsky (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-213

Under 1.5

+160

Pierre-Luc Dubois (Capitals)

Over 1.5

-105

Under 1.5

-123

Brendan Gallagher (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-143

Under 1.5

+110

Ivan Demidov (Canadiens)

Over 1.5

-111

Under 1.5

-116

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Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Washington Capitals Stats

Montreal Canadiens Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 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 the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.30 pts and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.40 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 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.70 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 2.40 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 28
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 12.4
• Blocks: 13.5
• Faceoff Wins : 29
• Hits: 24.9
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 5.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 26.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 5.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 19.9
• Blocks: 15.5
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 19.1
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 24.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 9.9
• Blocks: 16.2
• Faceoff Wins : 26.6
• Hits: 26.4
• Giveaways: 17.2
• Takeaways: 3.4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 26
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.6
• Penalty Minutes: 8.2
• Blocks: 15.1
• Faceoff Wins : 27.4
• Hits: 27.2
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 4.2

Team News

Washington Capitals Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
17	Dylan Strome	3	16.67	1	4	5	1
8	Alexander Ovechkin	3	15.47	3	1	4	1
72	Anthony Beauvillier	3	14.23	1	3	4	3

24	Connor McMichael	3	17.03	3	0	3	1
43	Tom Wilson	3	18.33	0	2	2	0
16	Taylor Raddysh	3	12.13	0	1	1	-1
38	Rasmus Sandin	3	21.77	0	1	1	-2
3	Matt Roy	3	25	0	1	1	-1
80	Pierre-Luc Dubois	3	16.57	0	1	1	1
6	Jakob Chychrun	3	21.73	1	0	1	2
20	Lars Eller	3	11.8	0	1	1	1
88	Andrew Mangiapane	3	12.07	0	1	1	0
9	Ryan Leonard	3	11.57	0	1	1	2
27	Alexander Alexeyev	3	12.9	0	0	0	1
57	Trevor van Riemsdyk	3	16.2	0	0	0	2
26	Nic Dowd	3	15.67	0	0	0	-1
74	John Carlson	3	23.87	0	0	0	2
22	Brandon Duhaime	3	15.63	0	0	0	-2

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
79	Charlie Lindgren	1	9.07	0.8
48	Logan Thompson	3	2.73	0.917

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Montreal Canadiens Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
13	Cole Caufield	3	20.13	2	1	3	0
48	Lane Hutson	3	25.33	0	3	3	0
14	Nick Suzuki	3	22.5	2	0	2	0

15	Alex Newhook	3	15.6	1	1	2	-3
45	Alexandre Carrier	3	22.3	1	1	2	0
11	Brendan Gallagher	3	15.63	0	2	2	-2
28	Christian Dvorak	3	16.2	2	0	2	0
8	Mike Matheson	3	24.7	0	1	1	0
71	Jake Evans	3	14.53	0	1	1	0
58	David Savard	3	10.87	0	1	1	-2
17	Josh Anderson	3	13.03	0	1	1	-1
20	Juraj Slafkovsky	3	20.67	1	0	1	1
40	Joel Armia	3	12.4	0	1	1	1
92	Patrik Laine	2	11.7	0	1	1	-2
21	Kaiden Guhle	3	21.67	0	0	0	0
51	Emil Heineman	3	9.8	0	0	0	0
93	Ivan Demidov	3	13.47	0	0	0	-2
47	Jayden Struble	2	12.3	0	0	0	-2
72	Arber Xhekaj	1	10.1	0	0	0	1
91	Oliver Kapanen	1	8.1	0	0	0	0

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
35	Sam Montembeault	3	2.76	0.908
75	Jakub Dobes	1	2.12	0.875

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Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups