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Red Wings vs. Canadiens prediction: Why Montreal is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/10/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Montreal Canadiens and Detroit redwings will meet in the NHL at Bell Centre on Saturday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Canadiens as the most likely winner of the Red Wings vs. Canadiens game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Red Wings vs. Habs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Red Wings and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Canadiens a 55% chance of beating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 56% chance of going over.
Red Wings vs. Canadiens odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Red Wings | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-210) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +115 | -134 |
| Total | o6 (-118) | u6 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Red Wings vs. Canadiens picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | +180 |
| Moneyline | Canadiens | -134 |
| Total | Over 6 | -118 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 6 total goals.
Red Wings vs. Canadiens player props
Who will score a goal in Red Wings vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Alex DeBrincat is most likely to score an anytime goal in Red Wings vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give DeBrincat a 34.7% chance of scoring a goal at Bell Centre, while the star is a 6.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 34.7% |
| Dylan Larkin | 34.0% |
| Lucas Raymond | 27.1% |
| Patrick Kane | 22.5% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 18.2% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 34.4% |
| Nick Suzuki | 31.2% |
| Alexandre Texier | 29.7% |
| Ivan Demidov | 29.6% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 29.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Larkin | 6.7% |
| Alex DeBrincat | 6.3% |
| Lucas Raymond | 4.7% |
| Patrick Kane | 3.8% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 3.3% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 7.0% |
| Nick Suzuki | 5.9% |
| Alexandre Texier | 5.6% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 5.2% |
| Ivan Demidov | 5.0% |
Red Wings vs. Habs game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Canadiens and Red Wings at Bell Centre is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Canadiens, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Red Wings 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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