Montreal Canadiens

Montreal Canadiens NHL team page: upcoming games with our picks and odds, recent results and the roster.

Montreal Canadiens play in the Eastern Atlantic.

Montreal Canadiens overview

No franchise has won more Stanley Cups than the Montreal Canadiens, who have 24 championships and play in the Atlantic Division at the Bell Centre. Founded in 1909 and a founding member of the NHL in 1917, the Canadiens are the league's oldest continuously operating team. The Bell Centre is the largest arena in the NHL, and Montreal's French-Canadian fan base is among the most passionate in sports. For bettors, the Canadiens draw strong Canadian betting interest and are often priced with that public support in mind.

Betting insights

Montreal games carry heavy public and Canadian betting interest, especially against Toronto and Boston. When the Canadiens are underdogs, the moneyline usually offers the cleanest value, since the puck line at +1.5 often comes with an expensive price. The Bell Centre's crowd of more than 21,000 creates a strong home atmosphere. Atlantic Division travel is relatively short for Montreal, with longer trips to Florida and the West. Confirm the starting goalie before betting any side or total, and watch for back-to-backs, which often bring a backup into the lineup.

Upcoming games

Carolina Hurricanes at Montreal Canadiens, October 6, 2026, 6:00 PM
Nashville Predators at Montreal Canadiens, October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM
Detroit Red Wings at Montreal Canadiens, October 10, 2026, 6:00 PM
Buffalo Sabres at Montreal Canadiens, October 13, 2026, 5:30 PM
Montreal Canadiens at Washington Capitals, October 14, 2026, 6:30 PM