The Bell Centre is set to host a pivotal Atlantic Division showdown as the streaking Ottawa Senators, winners of six straight, take on a Montreal Canadiens squad that's gone 7-1-2 in their last ten matches.
Both teams bring impressive offensive firepower to the ice, with Ottawa's Jake Sanderson and Claude Giroux leading their recent surge while Montreal's dynamic duo of Cole Caufield and Patrik Laine have been lighting up the scoreboard at home.
The Canadiens have claimed both meetings this season against their bitter rivals, but the Senators' recent momentum and stronger defensive numbers could shift the tide in this latest chapter of their storied rivalry.
Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Montreal Canadiens vs Ottawa Senators matchup, our predictive model gives the Sens a 66.33% chance of defeating the Habs.
Pre-game probabilities
Ottawa Senators
Moneyline
Win %
66.33%
33.67%
Montreal Canadiens
Ottawa Senators: 66.33% win probability
- Red-hot momentum (Perfect 5-game streak: WWWWW in recent form)
- Defensive efficiency (187 goals against, ranking 7th in Eastern Conference)
- Consistent scoring output (195 goals for, averaging 2.95 goals per game)
Montreal Canadiens: 33.67% win probability
- Poor defensive record (216 goals against, 3rd worst in Eastern Conference)
- Inconsistent form (WLWLL in last five games)
- Negative goal differential (-19, showing systematic defensive issues)
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Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators preview
The red-hot Ottawa Senators bring their six-game winning streak to the Bell Centre for what promises to be a fierce Atlantic Division clash against a resurgent Montreal Canadiens squad.
Both teams have been on fire lately - the Sens have snagged 15 of 20 possible points, while the Habs aren't far behind with 16 points in their last 10 games, making this matchup particularly spicy.
Ottawa's Jake Sanderson and Claude Giroux have been lighting it up, with Giroux's clutch power-play goals proving crucial during their recent tear.
The Canadiens' Cole Caufield has been a nightmare for opponents, notching his 33rd goal of the season in their impressive win over Florida, while Patrik Laine's power-play prowess adds another dimension to their attack.
Though Ottawa's dominated this rivalry with 8 wins in their last 10 meetings, Montreal's grabbed both matchups this season - including a convincing 5-2 victory last month.
The goaltending battle should be fascinating, with Linus Ullmark's stellar .918 career save percentage going up against Sam Montembeault, who's been rock-solid during Montreal's recent surge.
The Bell Centre's bound to be electric for this one, with both teams desperately hunting playoff spots in a tight Eastern Conference race.
Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators form
Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators head to head
Montreal Canadiens
33%
Ottawa Senators
67%
Feb 23, 2025
Ottawa Senators
2 : 5
Montreal Canadiens
Oct 12, 2024
Montreal Canadiens
4 : 1
Ottawa Senators
Oct 5, 2024
Ottawa Senators
4 : 2
Montreal Canadiens
Oct 1, 2024
Montreal Canadiens
3 : 4
Ottawa Senators
Apr 13, 2024
Ottawa Senators
5 : 4
Montreal Canadiens
Jan 24, 2024
Montreal Canadiens
1 : 4
Ottawa Senators
