The Montreal Canadiens will clash with the St. Louis Blues for an exciting NHL matchup on March 25, 2025, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO. The Canadiens come into this contest with a record of 33 wins, 27 losses, and 9 overtime losses, while the Blues have amassed 37 wins, 28 losses, and 7 overtime losses.
Fans looking for the latest odds will find the Canadiens at +126, while the Blues sit at -152. The total for the game is set at 6, making for an intriguing betting line as both teams look to fight for crucial points in the season.
Recently, the Montreal Canadiens played to a thrilling 4-4 tie against the Colorado Avalanche. This match showcased the Canadiens’ considerable offensive prowess, scoring four goals on 29 shots. Despite their strong offensive performance, they could not capitalize on any of their four power play opportunities. This inability to score during power plays might be a critical factor as they head into their matchup with the Blues.
This season, the Canadiens have dealt with 218 power play opportunities from their opponents and conceded 42 goals during those situations, ranking first in the league in power play chances faced. With a save percentage of .887, they have been outshot 1,999 to 1,806. Additionally, they've notched 44 goals from 205 power play opportunities, yielding a rate of 21.46%. With a points tally of 75 and a percentage of .543, the Canadiens currently sit in the middle of the standings.
In terms of goals scored, the Canadiens have 208 goals this season, placing them 18th in the league, while they have allowed 225 goals. Sam Montembeault is expected to guard the net, bringing his career quality start rate of 52.2% and a save percentage of .898 to the game. Montembeault has faced 5,818 shots, registering 5,226 saves while facing 592 goals against him throughout his career, leading to a goals against average of 4.37.
On the other side, the St. Louis Blues recently secured a victory against the Nashville Predators, winning that contest 4-1. The Blues capitalized on four goals from just 18 shots on goal in that game. St. Louis has seen a total of 1,929 shots on goals this season, yielding a shot percentage of 11.09%. They have given up 1,986 shot attempts, highlighting their defensive challenges, particularly in the penalty kill scenario, where they hold a 72.78% success rate against their opponents’ power plays. They’ve scored a total of 214 goals this season, generating 81 points along the way, producing a points percentage of .563.
Jordan Binnington is the expected goaltender for the Blues. He has an impressive career record of 168 wins, 115 losses, and 35 overtime losses over 329 career games. With a save percentage currently sitting at .906, Binnington has faced 9,467 shots, making 8,581 saves. He has allowed 886 goals overall, translating to an average of 3.25 goals per game.
In this high-stakes matchup, the Canadiens need to find ways to leverage their offensive strengths while addressing their challenges on special teams. Meanwhile, the Blues will look to build on their recent success and maintain their winning momentum. As the odds suggest, this game is tightly contested, making it essential for both teams to make the most of every scoring opportunity.
With the season winding down, every point is crucial as teams like the Canadiens and Blues aim for playoff positioning. Expect a fierce battle on the ice as both teams put their skills to the test at tonight's game. Will the Canadiens breakthrough with an upset at +126, or will the Blues defend their home ice effectively to secure a vital win? Fans and analysts alike will be glued to the action.
