The Detroit Red Wings (13-14-4) welcome the Montreal Canadiens (12-16-3) to Little Caesars Arena on Friday night for a crucial Atlantic Division matchup that could have significant implications for both teams' standings.
Detroit enters the contest with momentum after winning two straight games, including a recent 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, while Montreal comes in following an impressive 6-1 win against the Buffalo Sabres.
Lucas Raymond leads the Red Wings' offensive charge with 33 points (13 goals, 20 assists), while the Canadiens counter with Nick Suzuki's team-leading 32 points (11 goals, 21 assists).
Recent history favors the home team, as Detroit has claimed victory in seven of their last ten meetings with Montreal, including three consecutive wins in the head-to-head series.
Both teams have struggled defensively this season, with Montreal allowing 3.6 goals per game and Detroit's penalty kill ranking last in the NHL at 67.9%, suggesting this matchup could feature plenty of scoring opportunities.
As these Original Six rivals prepare to face off, the game presents an opportunity for both teams to improve their position in the competitive Atlantic Division standings, where just three points currently separate them.
Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Canadiens: who will win?
For tonight's Red Wings vs Canadiens matchup, our predictive model gives the Red Wings a 67.5% chance of defeating the Canadiens.
Detroit Red Wings: 67.5% win probability
- Better overall record (13 wins vs 12 wins in similar games played)
- Superior goal differential (-14 vs -26 goal difference)
- Higher points total (30 points vs 27 points in standings)
Montreal Canadiens: 32.5% win probability
- Poor defensive record (114 goals against, among worst in division)
- Lower winning percentage (12 wins in 31 games)
- Inconsistent recent form (WLLWL showing volatility)
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Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Canadiens odds
| Detroit Red Wings | Montreal Canadiens | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -155 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | +135 (via Caesars Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Detroit Red Wings have won 13 out of 31 matches this season.
- 2The Montreal Canadiens have won 12 out of 31 matches this season.
- 3With 30 points, the Detroit Red Wings holds the 14th position in the league standings.
- 4Montreal Canadiens's 27 points place them 15th in the rankings.
Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Canadiens form
Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Canadiens head to head
Detroit Red Wings
83%
Montreal Canadiens
17%
Apr 16, 2024
Montreal Canadiens
4 : 5
Detroit Red Wings
Apr 15, 2024
Detroit Red Wings
5 : 4
Montreal Canadiens
Dec 3, 2023
Montreal Canadiens
4 : 5
Detroit Red Wings
Nov 10, 2023
Detroit Red Wings
2 : 3
Montreal Canadiens
Apr 4, 2023
Montreal Canadiens
0 : 5
Detroit Red Wings
Jan 27, 2023
Montreal Canadiens
3 : 4
Detroit Red Wings
