Montreal Canadiens vs Nashville Predators

The Montreal Canadiens host the Nashville Predators in an NHL matchup on Thursday night. The Habs enter the contest as the clear betting favorites, with moneyline odds averaging 1.58 across 137 bookmakers. This positions Nashville as the underdog, carrying average odds of 2.29 for the away victory.

This game presents an interesting stylistic clash, with Montreal's structure being tested by the Predators' relentless forecheck. The odds reflect the Canadiens' strong recent form on home ice, though Nashville has proven capable of pulling off upsets. Bettors will be watching to see if the Predators can leverage their speed and translate it into a valuable road win.