NHL Picks: Wings vs Canadiens

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Tonight marks the second consecutive matchup between the Wings and the Canadiens, and it appears that the Wings hold the upper hand once more. What are your thoughts on their chances of securing another victory? In this NHL Picks: Wings vs Canadiens article, I will give you the best picks and all the information about both teams.

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Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens

Fresh off a thrilling 5-4 victory against Canadiens, the Detroit Red Wings find themselves in the midst of a heated battle for playoff contention, currently holding the ninth spot in the Eastern Conference standings. Their offensive firepower has been evident, averaging an impressive 3.33 goals per game. However, defensive woes have plagued the Red Wings, conceding an average of 3.31 goals per game, leaving them vulnerable at times.

On the opposing end, the Montreal Canadiens are reeling from a heartbreaking 5-4 loss to Wings, extending their slump to five defeats in the last six outings. With their playoff hopes dashed, the Canadiens are playing for pride as they look to salvage the remainder of the season. Despite displaying flashes of offensive brilliance with an average of 2.80 goals per game, Montreal has struggled defensively, surrendering an average of 3.40 goals per game, contributing to their recent struggles on the ice.

 

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Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens
SportsbookDetroit Red Wings Moneyline OddsMontreal Canadiens Moneyline Odds
BetOBet-172+138
iBet-172+145
PowerPlay Sports-175+138
Odds were correct at the time of writing. Please check the specific site for the most up-to-date odds.
SportsbookDetroit Red Wings Puck Line OddsMontreal Canadiens Puck Line Odds
BetOBet(+127) -1.5(-189) +1.5
iBet(+130) -1.5(-159) +1.5
PowerPlay Sports(+120) -1.5(-163) +1.5
Odds were correct at the time of writing. Please check the specific site for the most up-to-date odds.

How the game will play out

Despite the Canadiens returning to their home ice, I firmly believe the Red Wings will emerge victorious once more.

My pick: The Detroit Red Wings to win this game.

Detroit Red Wings Injury Report

  • Michael Rasmussen
  • Ville Husso

Montreal Canadiens Injury Report

  • Kaiden Guhle
  • Arber Xhekaj
  • Chris Wideman
  • Joshua Roy
  • Kirby Dach
  • Carey Price

These were my NHL Picks: Wings vs Canadiens. You can check our online sportsbook reviews for all the details about Canadian sportsbooks. Have a look at SNNOW to watch all NHL games.

About the Author

JoĆ£o Pedro Freitas

JoĆ£o Pedro Freitas has been working in online gambling since 2022, being the most recent addition to the team. He loves to write sports articles and likes to analyse all kinds of sports, especially soccer and UFC. JoĆ£o focuses on writing content and creating strategies to ensure that the team is up to date on all Canadian and American sports.
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