Montreal Canadiens vs Florida Panthers predictions, Apr 07, 2026

Apr 05, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Montreal Canadiens prepare to host the Florida Panthers on April 7, 2026, both teams enter the matchup with contrasting recent form that may influence the outcome. The Canadiens come into this game riding a notable wave of momentum, having won their last five matches. Their offense has been particularly potent during this stretch, demonstrating effective puck movement and solid finishing abilities that could challenge the Panthers’ defense.

On the other hand, the Florida Panthers have experienced a dip in form, securing victories in only two of their last five outings. This inconsistency may hinder their ability to leverage their offensive strengths, particularly against a Canadiens team that has demonstrated resilience and defensive capability in recent weeks.

Bookmakers currently favor Montreal with odds of 1.9 for a home win, compared to 3.57 for an away victory by the Panthers. According to predictive modeling, there is a 52.5% likelihood of a Canadiens victory, with a 21.1% chance of a draw and a 26.5% chance of a Panthers win. Our predicted final score stands at 3-2 in favor of the home team.

While Montreal appears to be in a stronger position, hockey is known for its unpredictability, making this a must-watch matchup that could swing in either direction.

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Montreal
51.1%		 Draw
21.7%		 Florida
27.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Montreal Canadiens: 2.93% Florida Panthers: 0.03%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.9 4.47 3.57

Latest Results

04.04.26 New Jersey Devils – Montreal Canadiens – 3:4 penalties
02.04.26 New York Rangers – Montreal Canadiens – 2:3
31.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Montreal Canadiens – 1:4
29.03.26 Carolina Hurricanes – Montreal Canadiens – 1:3
28.03.26 Nashville Predators – Montreal Canadiens – 1:4		 04.04.26 Pittsburgh Penguins – Florida Panthers – 9:4
02.04.26 Florida Panthers – Boston Bruins – 2:1
31.03.26 Florida Panthers – Ottawa Senators – 6:3
29.03.26 New York Rangers – Florida Panthers – 3:1
28.03.26 New York Islanders – Florida Panthers – 5:2

Facts

  • One of the top teams will play against one of the outsiders (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 15).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Montreal won 5.
  • Montreal has shown excellent form with a series of wins in recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Florida‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Recently, Montreal has had a series of away games.
  • Montreal might have a minor edge in this game.
  • We predict that Montreal will win today’s game, with odds of 1.9.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Montreal won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 68:74. (average 3.4:3.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Montreal won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 39:30. (average 3.9:3).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.01.26 Montreal Canadiens – Florida Panthers – 6:2
    30.12.25 Florida Panthers – Montreal Canadiens – 2:3 OT
    01.04.25 Montreal Canadiens – Florida Panthers – 3:2 OT
    30.03.25 Florida Panthers – Montreal Canadiens – 2:4
    15.03.25 Montreal Canadiens – Florida Panthers – 3:1

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche ✔ 75 44 6 10 15 285:193 110
    2 Dallas Stars ✔ 77 35 10 12 20 258:211 102
    3 Minnesota Wild ✔ 76 28 15 12 21 251:219 98
    4 Edmonton Oilers 77 30 9 9 29 265:257 87
    5 Anaheim Ducks 77 24 17 5 31 257:271 87
    6 Utah Mammoth 76 31 9 6 30 248:218 86
    7 Vegas Golden Knights 77 27 8 16 26 247:240 86
    8 Los Angeles Kings 76 19 12 19 26 208:234 81
    9 San Jose Sharks 74 24 12 7 31 228:261 79
    10 Nashville Predators 75 25 10 9 31 225:250 79
    11 Winnipeg Jets 76 26 7 12 31 215:232 78
    12 St. Louis Blues 75 28 4 12 31 202:236 76
    13 Seattle Kraken 75 25 7 11 32 210:237 75
    14 Calgary Flames 76 25 7 8 36 199:243 72
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 77 21 7 14 35 200:253 70
    16 Vancouver Canucks 76 15 7 8 46 201:295 52

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes ✔ 76 36 13 6 21 272:222 104
    2 Tampa Bay Lightning ✔ 76 39 9 6 22 277:211 102
    3 Montreal Canadiens 76 32 13 10 21 269:239 100
    4 Buffalo Sabres ✔ 77 38 8 8 23 266:231 100
    5 Boston Bruins 77 31 12 8 26 258:238 94
    6 Pittsburgh Penguins 77 32 7 16 22 275:248 94
    7 New York Islanders 78 28 14 5 31 226:229 89
    8 Detroit Red Wings 76 29 11 8 28 221:229 88
    9 Ottawa Senators 76 33 6 10 27 252:235 88
    10 Philadelphia Flyers 76 24 14 12 26 226:230 88
    11 Columbus Blue Jackets 77 27 11 12 27 241:238 88
    12 Washington Capitals 77 33 6 9 29 247:232 87
    13 New Jersey Devils 76 27 12 3 34 215:234 81
    14 Toronto Maple Leafs 77 23 9 14 31 242:275 78
    15 Florida Panthers 76 29 8 3 36 228:257 77
    16 New York Rangers 77 23 9 9 36 221:237 73

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.95 (21.13%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.25 (15.9%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 5.88 (14.2%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 10.75 (7.76%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 13 (6.42%)

    6. Vegas Golden Knights: 15.5 (5.38%)

    7. Buffalo Sabres: 17.5 (4.77%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 18.5 (4.51%)

    9. Montreal Canadiens: 28.5 (2.93%)

    10. Ottawa Senators: 29.5 (2.83%)

    11. Pittsburgh Penguins: 30 (2.78%)

    12. Utah Mammoth: 33.5 (2.49%)

    13. Anaheim Ducks: 41 (2.04%)

    14. Boston Bruins: 58.5 (1.43%)

    15. Columbus Blue Jackets: 59 (1.41%)

    16. Detroit Red Wings: 91 (0.92%)

    17. New York Islanders: 91 (0.92%)

    18. Los Angeles Kings: 113.5 (0.74%)

    19. Philadelphia Flyers: 226 (0.37%)

    20. San Jose Sharks: 301 (0.28%)

    21. Nashville Predators: 376 (0.22%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 451 (0.19%)

    23. Washington Capitals: 451 (0.19%)

    24. St. Louis Blues: 1001 (0.08%)

    25. New Jersey Devils: 1751 (0.05%)

    26. Florida Panthers: 3001 (0.03%)

    27. Seattle Kraken: 3001 (0.03%)

    28. Calgary Flames: 3001 (0.03%)

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