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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens predictions, Apr 18, 2026

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As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare to host the Montreal Canadiens on April 18, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent forms, which could shape the dynamics of this NHL matchup. The Lightning have secured victories in only 2 of their last 5 games, suggesting some inconsistency in their performance. Historically known for their offensive prowess, they will need to find their rhythm at home to leverage their crowd advantage.

On the other hand, the Canadiens come off a stronger run, having won 3 of their last 5 matches. This uptick in form indicates a potential resurgence for Montreal, who will look to capitalize on their recent momentum. Defensively, the Canadiens have shown resilience, which could pose a challenge to the Lightning’s attempts to dominate the offensive zones.

Bookmakers currently favor the Lightning with odds of 1.79 for a home win, reflecting a probability of 55.7% in their favor. However, the Canadiens’ odds at 3.68 signify an enticing prospect for an upset. With both teams having tactical strengths and weaknesses, this clash promises to be competitive, ultimately leaving the outcome uncertain as both sides aim for crucial points.

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Tampa Bay
54%		 Draw
21.2%		 Montreal
24.8%

Outrights of NHL Tampa Bay Lightning: 16.22% Montreal Canadiens: 3.2%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.72 4.55 3.95
1.79 4.37 3.68

Latest Results

13.04.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Detroit Red Wings – 4:3 OT
11.04.26 Boston Bruins – Tampa Bay Lightning – 3:4
09.04.26 Montreal Canadiens – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:1
07.04.26 Ottawa Senators – Tampa Bay Lightning – 6:2
06.04.26 Buffalo Sabres – Tampa Bay Lightning – 4:2		 14.04.26 Philadelphia Flyers – Montreal Canadiens – 4:2
12.04.26 New York Islanders – Montreal Canadiens – 1:4
11.04.26 Montreal Canadiens – Columbus Blue Jackets – 2:5
09.04.26 Montreal Canadiens – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:1
07.04.26 Montreal Canadiens – Florida Panthers – 4:3 penalties

Facts

  • First leg.
  • Tampa Bay is Qualified for NHL (Play Offs )
  • Montreal is Qualified for NHL (Play Offs )
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 3.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Tampa Bay may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Tampa Bay has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Tampa Bay is the team to beat.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 73:57. (average 3.7:2.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tampa Bay won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 35:32. (average 3.5:3.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.04.26 Montreal Canadiens – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:1
    31.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Montreal Canadiens – 1:4
    28.12.25 Tampa Bay Lightning – Montreal Canadiens – 5:4 penalties
    09.12.25 Montreal Canadiens – Tampa Bay Lightning – 1:6
    09.02.25 Montreal Canadiens – Tampa Bay Lightning – 3:5

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche ✔ 81 47 7 11 16 300:203 119
    2 Dallas Stars ✔ 81 38 11 12 20 275:223 110
    3 Minnesota Wild ✔ 82 31 15 12 24 272:240 104
    4 Vegas Golden Knights ✔ 81 29 9 17 26 261:249 93
    5 Utah Mammoth ✔ 81 33 10 6 32 265:235 92
    6 Edmonton Oilers ✔ 81 31 9 11 30 276:268 91
    7 Anaheim Ducks ✔ 81 25 17 6 33 268:284 90
    8 Los Angeles Kings ✔ 81 22 13 20 26 224:244 90
    9 Nashville Predators 81 28 10 10 33 243:264 86
    10 San Jose Sharks 80 26 12 8 34 243:286 84
    11 St. Louis Blues 81 32 4 12 33 226:255 84
    12 Winnipeg Jets 81 28 7 12 34 230:254 82
    13 Seattle Kraken 80 26 8 11 35 225:257 79
    14 Calgary Flames 81 26 7 9 39 209:258 75
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 81 21 7 14 39 208:273 70
    16 Vancouver Canucks 81 15 10 8 48 215:310 58

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes ✔ 82 39 14 7 22 296:240 113
    2 Buffalo Sabres ✔ 81 42 8 8 23 285:237 108
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning ✔ 81 40 10 6 25 288:227 106
    4 Montreal Canadiens ✔ 82 34 14 10 24 283:256 106
    5 Boston Bruins ✔ 82 33 12 10 27 272:250 100
    6 Pittsburgh Penguins ✔ 82 34 7 16 25 293:268 98
    7 Philadelphia Flyers ✔ 82 27 16 12 27 250:243 98
    8 Ottawa Senators ✔ 81 37 6 11 27 275:245 97
    9 Washington Capitals 82 37 6 9 30 263:244 95
    10 Detroit Red Wings 81 30 11 10 30 240:250 92
    11 Columbus Blue Jackets 82 28 12 12 30 253:253 92
    12 New York Islanders 82 29 14 5 34 233:241 91
    13 New Jersey Devils 82 29 13 3 37 230:254 87
    14 Florida Panthers 81 31 8 4 38 243:275 82
    15 Toronto Maple Leafs 81 23 9 14 35 252:296 78
    16 New York Rangers 81 24 9 9 39 234:248 75

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 4 (20.78%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.13 (16.22%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 5.88 (14.15%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 11 (7.56%)

    5. Vegas Golden Knights: 12.5 (6.65%)

    6. Edmonton Oilers: 13.5 (6.16%)

    7. Buffalo Sabres: 16 (5.19%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 16.5 (5.04%)

    9. Ottawa Senators: 20 (4.16%)

    10. Pittsburgh Penguins: 24.5 (3.39%)

    11. Montreal Canadiens: 26 (3.2%)

    12. Utah Mammoth: 38.5 (2.16%)

    13. Los Angeles Kings: 59 (1.41%)

    14. Boston Bruins: 61 (1.36%)

    15. Philadelphia Flyers: 64 (1.3%)

    16. Anaheim Ducks: 64 (1.3%)

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