Canadiens vs Devils: Odds, Spread, and Total
The Montreal Canadiens aim to return to the win column and strengthen their defense as they face the New Jersey Devils on Thursday at 7 p.m.
Montreal Canadiens Performance
Montreal holds a 9-3-1 record and leads the Atlantic Division. In their recent matchup, they lost 5-4 in a shootout against the Philadelphia Flyers at home. The Flyers took an early 3-0 lead after the first period, but the Canadiens responded with four goals in the second before conceding the tying goal midway through the third.
- Shots on goal: outshot 42-20
- Faceoffs won: 38-20
- Power play: 2-for-4
- Penalty kill: 4-for-6
Their power play was a momentum-shifting factor, revitalizing their offense throughout the game. Kirby Dach earned third-star honors with two goals.
New Jersey Devils Recap
The Devils stand at 9-4 and top the Metropolitan Division. They recently fell 4-1 to the Anaheim Ducks on the road. After trailing 3-0 going into the final period, they scored midway through but allowed an empty-net goal late in the game.
- Shots on goal: 33-29 in favor of New Jersey
- Power play: 0-for-1
- Penalty kill: 2-for-2
Although both squads performed well defensively by blocking shots, several of New Jersey’s key offensive players ended with negative plus/minus ratings.
Note: The above data was collected on Nov. 6, 2025, and may have changed since writing.
Team Rankings Highlights
- Montreal: 2nd in scoring
- Tied for 18th in goals against
- 6th on the power play
- 22nd on the penalty kill
Author’s Summary: Montreal seeks redemption against New Jersey after a tough shootout loss, while both teams aim to recover from recent setbacks and solidify division leads.