Canadiens vs Devils: Odds, Spread, and Total
Montreal Canadiens Performance Overview
The Montreal Canadiens aim to return to winning ways and strengthen their defense in their upcoming match against the New Jersey Devils on Thursday at 7 p.m. The Canadiens currently hold a 9-3-1 record and lead the Atlantic Division.
They recently lost a home game against the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 in a shootout. The Flyers dominated early, leading 3-0 after the first period, but Montreal rallied with four goals in the second. The Flyers managed to tie the game midway through the third period. Despite being outshot 42-20, the Canadiens dominated faceoffs with a 38-20 edge. Their power play was effective, converting 2-for-4, while the penalty kill succeeded 4-for-6.
"The power play was a big reason the Canadiens got back in this game, and it got the offensive momentum going for the rest of the game."
Kirby Dach stood out as the third star of the game with two goals.
New Jersey Devils Performance Overview
The New Jersey Devils have a 9-4 record and top the Metropolitan Division. Their last game was a 4-1 loss on the road against the Anaheim Ducks. The Devils trailed 3-0 going into the third period, managed to score once around the midpoint, but conceded an empty-net goal late in the game.
Key statistics were closely contested, with the Devils outshooting the Ducks 33-29. They went 0-for-1 on the power play and maintained a perfect 2-for-2 penalty kill. Both teams excelled at blocking shots, though some Devils' offensive players had negative plus/minus ratings.
Team Rankings and Stats
- Montreal is 2nd in scoring
- Tied for 18th in goals against
- 6th in power play efficiency
- 22nd in penalty kill
Note: The above statistics were accurate as of November 6, 2025, and may have changed since then.
Author's summary: The Canadiens and Devils are division leaders with solid records, both showing strengths in special teams despite recent close losses.