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The Montreal Canadiens and the New York Islanders finally resume their respective seasons as they meet on Thursday, February 26, at Bell Centre. This marks the first meeting of 2025-26 between these two Eastern Conference teams.
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My Islanders vs. Canadiens predictions and NHL picks suggest that Nick Suzuki will continue his torrid offensive pace after a solid showing in Milan with Team Canada, while Noah Dobson makes his mark in his first game against his former club.
Islanders vs Canadiens prediction
Islanders vs Canadiens best bet: Nick Suzuki 1+ assists (-155)
Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki scored the biggest goal of his career in Milan, so it’s easy to forget that assists account for 73% of his point total this season.
He ranks 11th in the NHL in helpers, and had 11 in his last 10 games before the break.
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Suzuki’s racked up a helper in nearly every game against a Top-10 defense since January 1, including the Stars, Wild (twice), and top-ranked Avalanche.
He’s eighth in assists since January 4. The 26-year-old won’t miss a beat and should still lance through a solid New York Islanders defense.
Islanders vs Canadiens same-game parlay
For the first time in his career, Noah Dobson will suit up against the Islanders.
He’s riding a five-game point streak (one goal, seven points) and is on pace for his second-best offensive season.
The last 10 meetings between these teams have an average of 5.6 goals per game. Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes entered the break winning eight of his last 10 starts and hasn’t lost in regulation since December 9.
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He and Ilya Sorokin should limit the scoring tonight.
Islanders vs Canadiens SGPIslanders vs Canadiens odds
Moneyline: Islanders +125 | Canadiens -145
Puck Line: Islanders +1.5 (-190) | Canadiens -1.5 (+160)
Over/Under: Over 6.5 (+115) | Under 6.5 (-135)
Islanders vs Canadiens trend
Each of the last four meetings between Montreal and New York has required extra time. Find more NHL betting trends for Islanders vs. Canadiens.
How to watch Islanders vs Canadiens
Location
Bell Centre, Montreal, QC
Date
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Puck drop
7:00 p.m. ET
TV
MSGSN, TSN2
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