The Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens are set to meet in an NHL Preseason game. The Canadiens will host the Maple Leafs at the Bell Centre. The game is scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Montreal Canadiens MoneyLine: -105. The Canadiens are playing at home and have a strong start with a 2-0-0 record in the preseason. Their defense has been solid, allowing only 1.5 goals per game.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 6.5 (-140). Both teams have shown strong defensive play, with the Canadiens allowing just 1.5 goals per game and the Maple Leafs allowing 3.0 goals per game. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The game will be held at Bell Centre, home of the Montreal Canadiens.
• Montreal Canadiens have won both of their preseason games so far.
• Toronto Maple Leafs have a preseason record of 1-1-1.
• Montreal Canadiens are playing at home, where they have not lost in the preseason.
• The game is scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Maple Leafs vs Canadiens Preview

The Toronto Maple Leafs will travel to face the Montreal Canadiens in an NHL Preseason game. This game is set to take place at the Bell Centre. The puck drops on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

The Maple Leafs come into this game with a 1-1-1 record. Meanwhile, the Canadiens have a perfect 2-0-0 record in the preseason. Both teams will be looking to test their lineups and strategies as they prepare for the regular season.

Montreal Canadiens: Preseason Insights

The Montreal Canadiens have started their 2026 preseason with some solid numbers. They have scored 5 goals over 2 games, averaging 2.5 goals per game. Their assists total 8, which means they are getting 4 assists per game. On defense, the Canadiens have allowed 3 goals, which is 1.5 goals per game. They have been physical with 66 hits, averaging 33 hits per game. They also have 36 blocks, showing strong effort in protecting their net. In the 2025 regular season, Nick Suzuki was a standout player. He played all 82 games, scoring 30 goals and making 59 assists. Cole Caufield also had a great season, with 37 goals and 33 assists in 82 games.

Toronto Maple Leafs: Preseason Performance and Key Players

The Toronto Maple Leafs have begun the 2026 preseason with a strong offensive showing. They scored 6 goals in 2 games, averaging 3 goals per game. They also recorded 9 assists, which is 4.5 assists per game. Defensively, the Maple Leafs allowed 6 goals, averaging 3 goals against per game. They have been active in blocking shots with 37 blocks, which is 18.5 per game. Their physical play is evident with 58 hits, averaging 29 hits per game. Key players from the 2025 regular season include William Nylander, who scored 45 goals and had 39 assists. John Tavares contributed with 38 goals and 36 assists. Auston Matthews also had a notable season, scoring 33 goals and providing 45 assists.

Final Betting Pick

The Montreal Canadiens have shown strong defensive skills in the preseason. They have allowed only 1.5 goals per game. Playing at home gives them an edge, as they often perform better in front of their fans. This makes the Canadiens MoneyLine a solid pick.

For the Over/Under prediction, the under 6.5 is a good choice. Both teams have focused on defense in the preseason. The Canadiens have allowed 1.5 goals per game, while the Maple Leafs have allowed 3.0 goals per game. This indicates a lower-scoring game is likely.

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