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Canadiens vs. Panthers prediction: Florida favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [12/30/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Montreal Canadiens vs Florida Panthers predictions for NHL Tuesday.
NHL action continues on Tuesday at 7:00 PM ET as the Montreal Canadiens take on the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of the Canadiens vs. Panthers game.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Habs vs. Panthers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Canadiens and Panthers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Panthers a 57% chance of beating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 53% chance of staying under.
Canadiens vs. Panthers odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canadiens | Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-210) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +118 | -135 |
| Total | o6.5 (+100) | u6.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Canadiens vs. Panthers 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 | Panthers -1.5 | +180 |
| Moneyline | Panthers | -135 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -118 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Panthers -1.5 at the spread.
Canadiens vs. Panthers player props
Who will score a goal in Canadiens vs. Panthers?
According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Canadiens vs. Panthers.
Our projections give Reinhart a 42.9% chance of scoring a goal at Amerant Bank Arena, while the star is a 9.1% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 32.5% |
| Nick Suzuki | 27.6% |
| Ivan Demidov | 27.1% |
| Zachary Bolduc | 23.0% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 22.4% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 42.9% |
| Brad Marchand | 38.4% |
| Sam Bennett | 36.8% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 28.8% |
| Anton Lundell | 22.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 6.0% |
| Nick Suzuki | 4.8% |
| Ivan Demidov | 4.5% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 4.0% |
| Zachary Bolduc | 3.9% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 9.1% |
| Brad Marchand | 7.7% |
| Sam Bennett | 7.3% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 4.9% |
| Anton Lundell | 4.4% |
Habs vs. Panthers game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Panthers and Canadiens at Amerant Bank Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Florida Panthers
- Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Canadiens vs. Panthers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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