Canadiens vs Devils: Odds, Spread, and Total
The Montreal Canadiens aim to return to winning form and strengthen their defense as they face the New Jersey Devils on Thursday at 7 p.m. Montreal holds a 9-3-1 record, leading the Atlantic Division. They recently fell to the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 in a home shootout, despite a strong comeback after trailing 3-0 in the first period. The Canadiens scored four goals in the second period but conceded a tying goal midway through the third. Montreal was outshot 42-20 but dominated faceoffs 38-20. Their power play was effective, converting 2-for-4 chances, while successfully killing 4 out of 6 penalties, which helped shift the game's momentum. Kirby Dach earned third star honors with two goals.
The New Jersey Devils, with a 9-4 record, top the Metropolitan Division. They recently lost 4-1 to the Anaheim Ducks on the road. New Jersey was down 3-0 entering the third period, managed a goal midway, but allowed an empty-net goal to seal their loss. The Devils outshot the Ducks 33-29, went 0-for-1 on the power play, and kept a perfect penalty kill at 2-for-2. Both teams showed strong shot-blocking, although some Devils' key offensive players had disappointing plus/minus ratings.
Note: The above data was collected on Nov. 6, 2025, and may have changed since writing.
Team Rankings and Stats
- Montreal Canadiens: 2nd in scoring, tied for 18th in goals against
- Power play rank: 6th
- Penalty kill rank: 22nd
Montreal aims to leverage their power play and improve defense to maintain their division lead as they prepare to face a competitive New Jersey squad.
Author’s summary: The Canadiens seek a bounce-back win against the Devils, relying on strong special teams and defensive improvements after recent close defeats.