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Flames vs. Canadiens prediction: Why Montreal is favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [1/7/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Calgary Flames vs Montreal Canadiens predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Montreal Canadiens and Calgary Flames are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Bell Centre on Wednesday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model projects the Canadiens as the most likely winner of the Flames vs. Canadiens game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Flames vs. Habs prediction: Who will win?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Flames and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Canadiens a 56% chance of beating the Flames.
According to our model, the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 55% chance of staying under.
Flames vs. Canadiens odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Flames | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +115 | -135 |
| Total | o6.5 (+110) | u6.5 (-130) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Flames 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Canadiens | -135 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -130 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Flames vs. Canadiens player props
Who will score a goal in Flames vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Cole Caufield is most likely to score an anytime goal in Flames vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Caufield a 37.3% chance of scoring a goal at Bell Centre, while the star is a 7.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 28.2% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 25.4% |
| Matthew Coronato | 25.2% |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | 22.3% |
| Blake Coleman | 21.2% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 37.3% |
| Nick Suzuki | 32.4% |
| Ivan Demidov | 30.0% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 27.3% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 26.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 5.9% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 5.4% |
| Matthew Coronato | 4.8% |
| Blake Coleman | 3.9% |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | 3.8% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 7.1% |
| Nick Suzuki | 6.8% |
| Ivan Demidov | 5.7% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 5.3% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 4.9% |
Flames vs. Habs game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Canadiens and Flames at Bell Centre is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Calgary Flames vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Canadiens, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Flames on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Flames 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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