The Dallas Stars (10-4-3) and Montreal Canadiens (10-4-2) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. EST at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Canadiens are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 5.5 (-125o / +105u). The Canadiens are a -115 favorite to win outright, while the Stars are +105 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Stars vs. Canadiens predictions and NHL picks.
Stars vs. Canadiens Odds, Pick
| Stars Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -275 | 5.5 -125o / +105u | +105 |
| Canadiens Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +220 | 5.5 -125o / +105u | -115 |
Stars vs. Canadiens Spread: Canadiens -1.5 (+220 ), Stars +1.5 (-275)
Stars vs. Canadiens Over/Under: 5.5 (-125o / +105u)
Stars vs. Canadiens Moneyline: Stars +105, Canadiens -115
Stars vs. Canadiens Preview
The "At Home, Quality Opponent, Early Season" system in NHL moneyline betting plays on a simple idea: the early months reward organized home favorites even when the visitor has a strong record.
In the first couple dozen games, coaches are still experimenting, and the market tends to lean toward brand-name road teams. Yet the home side benefits from last change, familiar boards, and the comfort of routine while the opponent adjusts to travel and line matchups.
That combination turns early marquee nights into statement efforts for the favorite, who can roll four lines, dictate matchups, and bank small edges that are harder to find later in the year — creating steady value backing home favorites against quality opponents before the season fully settles.
Stars vs. Canadiens Prediction
Overall, the system stands at 1,122-722 (61%) with a 4% ROI across all-time results, and it’s off to a 43-17 (72%) start this season with a 20% ROI.
Best Bet: Canadiens Moneyline
