Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
Faceoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM EDT
TV: TSN2, RDS, NBCSP, ESPN+
This late-regular-season Atlantic-Metropolitan crossover features a surging Canadiens squad battling for high seeding in the Eastern Conference against a Flyers team still fighting for Metropolitan positioning and a potential wild-card spot. Montréal enters with 106 points and the league’s 6th-best offense (3.42 GPG), while Philadelphia sits at 96 points with one of the NHL’s stingiest defenses (2.93 GAA, 9th).
Team Records & Recent Form
Canadiens (48-23-10, 2nd Atlantic / ~3rd-6th East): Montréal has been one of the hottest teams in the East, going 8-2-0 in their last 10 games. Recent results include a 4-1 road win over the Islanders (Apr 12), a 5-2 home loss to Columbus (Apr 11), a 2-1 win over Tampa Bay (Apr 9), and a 4-3 SO victory vs. Florida (Apr 7). They are 24-8-8 on the road this season and average 3.42 goals per game while allowing 3.05. Their speed, skill, and special-teams play have carried them through the stretch.
Flyers (42-27-12, 3rd Metropolitan / ~8th East): Philadelphia has been solid but inconsistent lately, posting a 7-3-0 record in their last 10 (including a recent SO win over Carolina and a win over Winnipeg). They are 19-13-8 at home and rank 22nd in scoring (2.91 GPG) but 9th in goals against. The Flyers rely on defensive structure and goaltending to stay competitive in tight games as they push for playoff positioning.
Injury Report
Montréal Canadiens
Alexandre Carrier (D): Upper-body – OUT.
Patrik Laine (LW): Abdomen – OUT.
Noah Dobson (D): Thumb – OUT (missed Apr 11; expected re-evaluation mid-to-late April, likely out for remainder of regular season).
Philadelphia Flyers
Rodrigo Abols (C): Ankle – OUT / IR.
Nikita Grebenkin (RW): Upper-body – OUT (target return ~Apr 18).
Montréal’s blue line is thinned without Carrier and Dobson, forcing more minutes for younger or depth defenders. Philadelphia is relatively healthy up front but missing a couple of depth pieces.
Key
Player Matchups to Watch
Nick Suzuki (MTL C, 101 pts) & Cole Caufield (51 G) vs. Flyers’ top defensive pair and checking lines: Suzuki’s playmaking and Caufield’s elite finishing will test Philadelphia’s ability to contain speed. Expect heavy matchup focus from the Flyers.
Juraj Slafkovský (MTL LW, 73 pts) & Lane Hutson (D, 78 pts) vs. Philadelphia’s transition game: Hutson’s Norris-caliber rookie season (12 G, 66 A) gives Montréal an extra offensive dimension from the back end; Flyers will try to limit his ice time and entry chances.
Flyers scoring threats (Travis Konecny, Matvei Michkov) vs. Canadiens’ depleted D-core: With Montréal missing two regulars on defense, Philadelphia may find opportunities on the rush and forecheck.
Goaltending: Jakub Dobes (MTL, 29-9-4, 2.75 GAA, .903 SV%) has been stellar; Philadelphia’s Samuel Ersson or backup tandem faces a high-event Montréal attack. Special teams will be key—Montréal’s PP ranks 9th (23.4%), Flyers’ ranks 32nd (15.7%).
Series History
Philadelphia leads the 2025-26 season series 2-0, with wins of 4-1 (Dec 16 at Montréal) and a 5-4 SO victory (Nov 4). The Flyers have owned recent head-to-head play when healthy, but Montréal has looked stronger overall this season. All-time the rivalry remains competitive, but the current form favors the visitors.
Betting Trends
Canadiens are 13-5 in their last 18 as road favorites of -151 to -200 and 8-2-0 in last 10 overall.
Flyers are 4-1 ATS in last 5 and strong at home but rank low in scoring.
Totals have gone Over in several recent Flyers home games; Montréal contests trend higher-event late in the year.
Game Odds
Montréal Canadiens – 162
Philadelphia Flyers 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 13, 2026
