Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens NHL Betting Prediction
PublishedNovember 20, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:November 20, 2025 ,

NHL Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens Prediction 11/20

The Washington Capitals will visit the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Capitals have a record of 10-8-2, while the Canadiens stand at 10-6-3. Fans can catch the game on ESPN+.

Capitals vs. Canadiens Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Washington Capitals +113. The Capitals have been strong on the road with a recent win against the Hurricanes. The Canadiens have struggled at home, losing their last three games.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 6.0 (-114). Both teams have shown the ability to score, with the Capitals scoring 7 in their last game and the Canadiens allowing 4 or more goals in their recent losses.

Team Trends

  • The Washington Capitals have a record of 10-8-2 this season.
  • Montreal Canadiens hold a home record of 10-6-3 this season.
  • Washington Capitals are ranked 5th in the Eastern Metropolitan Division.
  • Montreal Canadiens are ranked 3rd in the Eastern Atlantic Division.
  • The game will be held at Bell Centre and broadcast on ESPN+.

Capitals vs Canadiens Preview

The Washington Capitals are set to visit the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre. The game will take place on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+.

The Capitals have a record of 10-8-2, while the Canadiens hold a 10-6-3 record. Both teams are eager to add another win to their season. This game marks the beginning of the NHL Regular Season, and both teams will look to start strong.

Montreal Canadiens: Key Players and Stats

Nick Suzuki is a key player for the Montreal Canadiens. He has played 19 games, scoring 4 goals and making 17 assists. Suzuki has 21 points and has contributed with 16 hits and 15 blocks.

Cole Caufield is another important player for the Canadiens. He has scored 13 goals and made 7 assists in 19 games. Caufield has also delivered 17 hits and blocked 5 shots.

On defense, Lane Hutson has been active with 2 goals and 14 assists in 19 games. He has blocked 29 shots, the highest among his teammates. Ivan Demidov adds to the offense with 4 goals and 10 assists.

Washington Capitals: Key Players and Performance

Tom Wilson is a standout player for the Washington Capitals. In 20 games, he has scored 11 goals and provided 9 assists. Wilson has also been active with 54 hits and 11 blocks. Dylan Strome has made an impact as well. He has played 18 games, scoring 5 goals and adding 12 assists. Strome has contributed with 7 hits and 8 blocks. John Carlson is a key defenseman for the Capitals. In 19 games, he has scored 4 goals and assisted 13 times. Carlson has blocked 27 shots, showing his defensive skills.

Final Betting Pick

The Washington Capitals are a good pick for the money line at +113. They have been strong on the road, recently beating the Hurricanes by 3 goals. The Capitals have a solid away record, which gives them an edge against the Canadiens, who have lost their last three home games.

The over 6.0 bet is also a good choice. The Capitals scored 7 goals in their last game, showing they can put up points. The Canadiens have allowed 4 or more goals in their recent losses, which suggests this game could see a lot of scoring. Both teams have the potential to push the total over 6 goals.

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