NHL Betting Preview: Canadiens vs Avalanche
The Montreal Canadiens go up against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena, with face-off scheduled for 12:00 on Saturday, November 29.
Side With Avs to Cover the Puck Line
The best betting angle could be the Avalanche to win by two goals or more against the Canadiens. Therefore, the prediction is -1.5 goals on the puck line at a generous +104.
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Last H2H Saw Avs Triumph in Shootouts
Montreal Canadiens have won their previous three games. A 4-1 triumph recently occurred on the road at T-Mobile Arena when playing Vegas Golden Knights. Zachary Bolduc found the net along with three other players. Goalie Sam Montembeault had an awesome game, keeping out 30 shots (.968).
Colorado Avalanche have enjoyed seven straight home wins. In their last game, they lost on the road to Minnesota Wild 3-2 (SO) at Xcel Energy Center. Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog scored one goal each. Goalie Scott Wedgewood made 35 saves (.946).
Head-to-Head Statistics
The scoreline was 5-4 in favor of the Avs when they last played the Habs, with the encounter taking place at Bell Centre. It’s been six Avs wins in the past 10 games between these teams.
Starting Goalies
Jakub Dobes (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
8-3-2
3.2
.888
0
Mackenzie Blackwood (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
5-0-1
2
.925
2
23/24
10-25-1
3.45
.899
2
Montreal Canadiens – Last 10 Games
4 wins, 4 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.2 goals from 24.1 shots on goal, with a 7.0% powerplay efficiency. The Habs have been giving up 3.8 goals from 27.3 shots, averaging 4.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 85.7%.
Cole Caufield is the top points scorer with 9 points, 4 goals and 5 assists, with Noah Dobson racking up 8 points, 2 goals and 6 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Sam Montembeault have a 3.34 goal against average with a .873 save percentage.
Colorado Avalanche – Last 10 Games
The Avs have 9 wins and 0 overtime loss, averaging 4.6 goals from 33.4 shots on goal, with a 13.5% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 1.5 goals from 28.3 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 85.3%.
The top points scorer is Nathan MacKinnon with 21 points, 9 goals and 12 assists, while Cale Makar is next in line after having 13 points, 5 goals and 8 assists. Goalie Scott Wedgewood have a 1.32 GAA with a .952 SV%, including one shutout.
Montreal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction & Picks
From our key match prediction to correct score pick, top player prop insights and a builder tailored for value — our Montreal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche betting tips covers it all.
Game Prediction
We’re expecting a comfortable win for Colorado Avalanche in this NHL clash. Our pick includes backing the +104 on the spread with a -1.5 goal deficit.
We keep a close eye on the NHL team news and our handicappers stay sharp by tracking the latest form and lineups. You’ll also find a full set of stats that offer valuable insight and help shape smarter hockey predictions ahead of the action.
Key Canadiens vs Avalanche stats:
The -1.5 line has been covered by Avalanche in 5 consecutive games at home.The -1.5 line has been covered by Avalanche in 7 of their last 10 games.The -1.5 line has been covered by Avalanche in 11 of their last 20 games.Avs -1.5 Probability
Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick has a 49% chance of winning. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Cale Makar (Avalanche) has made one assist or more in 5 straight games at home. We expect him to cover the Player Assists line which means grabbing the attractive -189 about this happening.
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Montreal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche Odds
The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Avs Big Favorites With the Books
Colorado Avalanche are massive -256 favorites. They are regarded as 72% likely to win this game judging by the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +205 about Montreal Canadiens.
The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 6.5. Hockey bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on Totals. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are -102.
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Nathan MacKinnon Favorite to Light the Lamp First
Nathan MacKinnon can be backed to light the lamp at anytime at -120. He is the favorite to score the first goal at odds of +550.
Player Goals
Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche)
Martin Necas (Avalanche)
Artturi Lehkonen (Avalanche)
Cole Caufield (Canadiens)
Player Assists
Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche)
Cale Makar (Avalanche)
Nick Suzuki (Canadiens)
Martin Necas (Avalanche)
Player Shots
Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche)
Martin Necas (Avalanche)
Artturi Lehkonen (Avalanche)
Cole Caufield (Canadiens)
Micro Betting
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Montreal Canadiens Stats
Colorado Avalanche Stats
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.70 pts and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.40 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.60 goals and allowed 1.60 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.90 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.3
Shots: 24.1
Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
Penalties: 4.9
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 12.6
Blocks: 12.9
Faceoff Wins : 25.3
Hits: 21.9
Giveaways: 14.3
Takeaways: 5.5
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 23.2
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 4.4
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 9.9
Blocks: 13.1
Faceoff Wins : 27.4
Hits: 17.8
Giveaways: 14
Takeaways: 4.9
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 33.4
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.4
Empty Net Goals: 0.7
Penalty Minutes: 7.1
Blocks: 15.8
Faceoff Wins : 28.5
Hits: 17.8
Giveaways: 14.3
Takeaways: 4.1
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 37.5
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.6
Empty Net Goals: 0.6
Penalty Minutes: 8.1
Blocks: 17.8
Faceoff Wins : 31.5
Hits: 17.7
Giveaways: 13.9
Takeaways: 4.5