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Ducks vs. Canadiens prediction: Why Montreal is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [3/15/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Anaheim Ducks vs Montreal Canadiens predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Montreal Canadiens will face the Anaheim Ducks in NHL action at Bell Centre on Sunday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Canadiens as the most likely winner of the Ducks vs. Canadiens game.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Ducks vs. Habs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL game between the Ducks and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Canadiens a 58% chance of beating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 52% chance of going over.
Ducks vs. Canadiens odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ducks | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-190) | -1.5 (+168) |
| Moneyline | +124 | -138 |
| Total | o6.5 (-135) | u6.5 (+116) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ducks vs. Canadiens picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Canadiens -1.5 | +168 |
| Moneyline | Canadiens | -138 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | +116 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Ducks vs. Canadiens player props
Who will score a goal in Ducks vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Cole Caufield is most likely to score an anytime goal in Ducks vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Caufield a 41.7% chance of scoring a goal at Bell Centre, while the star is an 8.4% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cutter Gauthier | 31.2% |
| Chris Kreider | 28.6% |
| Leo Carlsson | 26.3% |
| Beckett Sennecke | 23.4% |
| Ryan Poehling | 22.8% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 41.7% |
| Nick Suzuki | 32.3% |
| Alexandre Texier | 28.6% |
| Ivan Demidov | 28.0% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 25.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cutter Gauthier | 5.3% |
| Chris Kreider | 5.0% |
| Leo Carlsson | 4.5% |
| Beckett Sennecke | 4.4% |
| Ryan Poehling | 3.8% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 8.4% |
| Nick Suzuki | 5.5% |
| Alex Newhook | 5.0% |
| Alexandre Texier | 5.0% |
| Ivan Demidov | 4.8% |
Ducks vs. Habs game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between the Canadiens and Ducks at Bell Centre is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Canadiens, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Ducks vs. Canadiens insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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