The Montreal Canadiens (30-26-6) are set to face off against the Calgary Flames (29-23-10) on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta. Both teams are closely matched in the standings, making this an exciting and crucial game for both sides.
Montreal Canadiens
The Canadiens have had a mixed season so far, currently sitting in the middle of the Atlantic Division. They have shown flashes of brilliance but have struggled with consistency. Key players for the Canadiens include:
Cole Caufield: Leading the team with 31 goals and 25 assists.
Nick Suzuki: Contributing significantly with 4 goals and 10 assists over the past 10 games.
Jake Allen: The goaltender with a solid performance, allowing 2.9 goals per game.
Defensively, the Canadiens are allowing an average of 2.9 goals per game and have a 78.5% success rate on the penalty kill. They have been averaging 3.3 goals per game over their last 10 games.
Calgary Flames
The Flames have had a slightly better season, currently sitting just above the Canadiens in the standings. However, they have struggled recently, losing six of their last eight games. Key players for the Flames include:
MacKenzie Weegar: Leading the team with 7 goals and 28 assists.
Nazem Kadri: Contributing 4 goals and 6 assists over the last 10 games.
Jacob Markstrom: The goaltender with a solid performance, allowing 2.8 goals per game.
Defensively, the Flames are allowing an average of 2.8 goals per game and have a 76.7% success rate on the penalty kill. They have been averaging 2.2 goals per game over their last 10 games.
Game Insights
Goals/Game: The Canadiens are averaging 3.3 goals per game, while the Flames are averaging 2.2 goals.
Power Play: The Canadiens have a -21 scoring differential, with 184 total goals scored and 205 allowed.
Penalty Kill: The Canadiens have a 78.5% success rate on the penalty kill, while the Flames have a 76.7% success rate.
Montreal Canadiens 5.5
Calgary Flames – 135
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 7, 2025
