Canadiens vs Devils: Odds, Spread, and Total
The Montreal Canadiens aim to return to the winning path and strengthen their defense as they face the New Jersey Devils on Thursday at 7 p.m.
Montreal Canadiens Overview
- Record: 9-3-1, leading the Atlantic Division
- Recent game: Lost 5-4 in a shootout to the Philadelphia Flyers at home
- Game details: Flyers led 3-0 after the first period, Canadiens scored four goals in the second period, but allowed a tying goal midway through the third
- Shots on goal: Canadiens were outshot 42-20
- Faceoffs: Won 38-20
- Special teams: Power play 2-for-4; penalty kill 4-for-6
- Key player: Kirby Dach scored two goals and was named third star of the game
New Jersey Devils Overview
- Record: 9-4, first in the Metropolitan Division
- Recent game: Lost 4-1 to the Anaheim Ducks on the road
- Game details: Trailed 3-0 before scoring midway through the third period; conceded an empty-net goal late
- Shots on goal: Devils outshot the Ducks 33-29
- Special teams: Power play 0-for-1; penalty kill 2-for-2
- Performance notes: Both teams blocked shots effectively, but some Devils' key offensive players had negative plus/minus ratings
Statistical Summary (as of Nov. 6, 2025)
- Montreal ranks second in scoring
- Tied for 18th in goals against
- Sixth on the power play
- 22nd on the penalty kill
“The power play was a big reason the Canadiens got back in this game, giving them momentum offensively.”
Note: All stats were accurate as of November 6, 2025, and may have changed since.
Author's summary: The Canadiens and Devils both seek to improve after recent losses, with Montreal showing strong special teams and offensive potential despite defensive challenges.