Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens Prediction: We wouldn't be so quick to write off Montreal

Prediction for the NHL Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens match will occur on January 24. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Detroit Red Wings

With Todd McLellan taking over as head coach, Detroit was on an incredible run, winning seven straight games. The coveted Wild Card was not far away, but then the Red Wings went into another slump. The Red Wings have now lost four of their last five games. The day before, they lost 2-1 overtime at Philadelphia. As a result, Detroit's 47 points leave them in 14th place in the Eastern Conference standings, with the play-offs a long way off.

Montreal Canadiens

Conversely, Montreal continues to pick up points and move closer to the Wild Card zone. The Canadiens enter the game in ninth place in the Eastern Conference standings with 52 points. The competition is fierce, so every point is worth its weight in gold. Martin St. Louis' men aren't throwing them away - they've only left the ice empty-handed once in their last nine games. The day before, they beat the Rangers 5-4 in overtime and Tampa Bay 3-2 in regulation.

H2H Stats

Detroit and Montreal have met twice this season. The Canadiens won both games in December (4-3 and 5-1).

Bookmakers' odds

Bet365 oddsmakers believe the Detroit team will be stronger in the upcoming NHL meeting. You can bet on their victory in the final (OT) for 1.80 and in regulation time for 2.25. For Montreal to win in OT, you can get 2.05. For them to win in three periods, you can get 2.70.

They offer TO (5.5) pucks for 1.67 and TU for 2.10.

Expert Betting Tips

The bookies have Detroit as favorites, but we wouldn't be so quick to write off Montreal. The Canadiens are on a roll; they've been in great form of late, and seven wins from their last nine games speak for themselves. They have also beaten the Red Wings twice this season. On the other hand, Todd McLellan's men are in serious trouble, with four defeats in their last five games. We offer a bet for visitors not to lose in regulation time.