Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Detroit Red Wings hosting the Boston Bruins. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Montreal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche
2024-25 Season Series: Canadiens 1-1 Avalanche
U.S. TV: Altitude; ESPN+
Canada TV: TSN2; RDS
Time: 3 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EDT)
We open up NHL predictions with a key matchup between the Montreal Canadiens and the Colorado Avalanche. Montreal is going to start Jakub Dobes in the net for this game. The Habs are 4-4-2 in the last 10 games, but have won the last three consecutive games entering this matchup. Cole Caufield leads the team in goals and has six points in the last 10 games.
Mackenzie Blackwood is the likely starter, with Scott Wedgewood starting the day before. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. Colorado saw its 10-game winning streak after an overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild. The Avalanche will be rocking the Quebec Nordiques sweaters for this game. Nathan MacKinnon is already at 19 goals and 41 points so far this campaign.
Montreal had an easier time with the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday. However, Colorado has only lost once in regulation, and it should get the bounce-back win.
Prediction: Avalanche win 4-2.