| MATCHUP | Montreal Canadiens | Chicago Blackhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 4-3 | 3-6 |
| Spread | -1.5 180 | +1.5 -218 |
| Moneyline | -142 | +120 |
| Total | Over 6.5 (102) | Under 6.5 (-122) |
| Where | United Center, Chicago, IL | |
| When | Friday, October 23, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | NHL Net | |
In this article we will formulate a Canadiens vs Blackhawks prediction for this NHL game on Friday, October 23rd at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Montreal Canadiens Betting Preview
The Montreal Canadiens are 4-3-2 this year after they lost to the Sharks in overtime by a score of 4-3 in their last game. Montreal led 3-1 after two periods, but they allowed two goals in the third and lost in OT. The Canadiens out shot San Jose by a total of 34-30, won 48.4% of the face-offs, and went 0-2 on the power play in the game. Montreal was led by Nick Suzuki, who had one goal and one assist, while Jakub Dobes stopped 26 out of 30 shots in the loss.
Prior to that game, Montreal defeated the Sabres by a score of 4-3, but lost to the Capitals by a score of 5-4 before that. The Canadiens have scored 3.11 goals per game and they have allowed 3.78 goals against per game, while also going 13.8% on the power play and 78.4% on the penalty kill this season. Nick Suzuki has led the team with five goals and seven assists, while Jakub Dobes is 1-2-2 with a 4.47 goals against average and an .847 save percentage this year.
Chicago Blackhawks Betting Preview
The Chicago Blackhawks are 3-6-0 this season after they lost to the Stars by a score of 4-0 in their last game. Chicago allowed two goals in the second period and two in the third in the shutout loss. The Blackhawks were out shot by a total of 32-19, won 32.7% of the face-offs, and went 0-4 on the power play in the game. Chicago was led by Patrick Kane, who had three shots, while Spencer Knight stopped 28 out of 32 shots in the loss.
Prior to that game, Chicago defeated the Jets by a score of 4-3 and the Penguins by a score of 5-3. The Blackhawks have scored 2.33 goals per game and they have allowed 4.00 goals against per game, while also going 12.5% on the power play and 74.1% on the penalty kill this season. Anton Frondell has led the team with one goal and five assists, while Spencer Knight is 3-4-0 with a 3.59 goals against average and an .888 save percentage this season.
Why the Chicago Blackhawks will win
- The Canadiens have lost each of their last three games as road favorites after coming off overtime.
- The Blackhawks have won each of their last five night games against the Canadiens following a home loss.
- The Canadiens have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last nine games as favorites.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in each of the last eight games between the Canadiens and Blackhawks at United Center.
- The Canadiens have lost the third period in each of their last four games.
Why the Montreal Canadiens will win
- The Blackhawks have lost each of their last nine night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Canadiens have won six of their last eight games against the Blackhawks.
- The Canadiens have covered the puck line in each of their last four road games against Central Division opponents.
- The Blackhawks have failed to cover the puck line in four of their last five games as home underdogs against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Canadiens have won the second period in each of their last four games against Western Conference opponents when trailing after the first period.
Total Goals Facts
- Each of the Canadiens’ last four games have gone OVER the total goals line.
- Twelve of the last 15 games between the Canadiens and Blackhawks have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Canadiens’ last seven games after coming off overtime.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Blackhawks’ last six games following a home loss.
Chicago Blackhawks Player Prop Facts
- Frank Nazar has scored a goal in three of his last four appearances with the Blackhawks as underdogs.
- Ryan Ellis has recorded an assist in each of his last five appearances with his team as a home underdog.
- Ryan Greene has scored the first goal in three of the Blackhawks’ last four games against Atlantic Division opponents at United Center.
Montreal Canadiens Player Prop Facts
- Zachary Bolduc has scored at least one goal in each of his last three appearances against the Blackhawks.
- Cole Caufield has recorded an assist in four of the Canadiens’ last five games against the Blackhawks.
Canadiens vs Blackhawks Prediction
Montreal comes into this matchup after losing two of their last three games and four of their last five have gone to overtime. The Canadiens are 1-1-1 on the road this year, while the Blackhawks are 3-2-0 at home. Chicago has won two of their last three games, but they have allowed 4+ in three of their last five. The Blackhawks have been very low scoring this season, but they play their best hockey at home and Montreal hasn’t been great. Take Chicago to win here.