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Montreal Canadiens vs. Nashville Predators: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 6, 2025

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Apr 6, 2025 8:28 PM
The Montreal Canadiens, riding a win streak, head to Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, April 6th, to face the Nashville Predators in a pivotal NHL matchup. The Canadiens, currently 37-30-9, will look to extend their winning ways against a Predators team that's struggled at home, holding an 18-16-3 record at Bridgestone Arena. This contest marks the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Montreal leading the series 1-0.
Montreal Canadiens vs Nashville Predators

Current Odds

MTL
NSH
Over
4.5
+134
Under
4.5
-150
MTL
-1.5
+140
NSH
+1.5
-144
MTL
ML
-810
NSH
ML
+550

Canadiens vs Predators statistics

Stat Canadiens Predators
Goals For per Game 3.00 2.50
Goals Against Average 3.26 3.29
Shots per Game 26.0 29.2
Shots Against per Game 28.8 28.5
Power Play Goals 46 44
Power Play Goals Against 47 43
Short Handed Goals 9 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 701 737
Power Play Percentage 20.9 20.9
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.3 80.9

Nashville Predators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/3/25 @ Dallas Stars L 5-1
4/1/25 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 8-4
3/31/25 @ Philadelphia Flyers L 2-1
3/29/25 vs Vegas Golden Knights L 3-1
3/27/25 vs St. Louis Blues L 3-2

Montreal Canadiens recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/5/25 vs Philadelphia Flyers W 3-2
4/3/25 vs Boston Bruins W 4-1
4/1/25 vs Florida Panthers W 3-2 OT
3/30/25 @ Florida Panthers W 4-2
3/28/25 @ Carolina Hurricanes L 4-1

Nashville Predators injuries

  • Spencer Stastney (D): Day-To-Day
  • Jonathan Marchessault (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Colton Sissons (C): Out

Montreal Canadiens injuries

  • Josh Anderson (RW): Out
  • Rafael Harvey-Pinard (LW): Out

Canadiens vs Predators game info

Type Info
Venue Bridgestone Arena
Location Nashville, TN
Puck drop Sun 7:00 PM

Canadiens vs Predators predictions

The Montreal Canadiens find themselves on a winning streak and are determined to keep it going. With Cole Caufield leading the charge, you can expect him to keep finding the back of the net. We're talking about a right-winger who's already notched 35 goals so far. Then there's Lane Hutson, who's been the assist wizard this season. With 57 assists, Hutson's got a real knack for setting up his teammates, so keep an eye out for his pivotal role in offensive plays. Lastly, don't forget about Nick Suzuki. This guy's the full package, leading the Canadiens with 83 points. He’s likely to be pivotal in stringing together plays that could unravel the Predators' defense.

On the other side of the rink, the Nashville Predators have Filip Forsberg, who seems to do it all for the team. As their top goal scorer with 29 goals, Forsberg also leads in assists and total points. If the Predators want to disrupt the Canadiens' momentum, Forsberg's going to be the player to watch. He can be a dynamo, capable of igniting a comeback at any time. Although the rest of the squad has struggled throughout the season, Bridgestone Arena has seen the Predators pull together scrappy performances at home that could catch the Canadiens off guard.

Now, about who’s going to take this one. You've got a Canadiens team trying to extend their win streak and continue carving out their place in the NHL standings. Meanwhile, the Predators are eager to snatch victories when playing on home turf. Montreal's current form, combined with the way their key players like Caufield, Hutson, and Suzuki have been performing, gives them a strong edge against Nashville. While every game has its surprises, it feels like the Canadiens might just slide away with another victory. But who's to say for sure? That’s the beauty of the sport—it keeps you guessing. What do you think?

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