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Rangers vs. Canadiens prediction: Why Montreal is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [10/18/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get NY Rangers vs Montreal Canadiens predictions for NHL Saturday.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 7:00PM ET as the NY Rangers lock horns with the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Canadiens as the most likely winner of today's game.
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Rangers vs. Canadiens predictions page.
Rangers vs. Habs prediction: Who will win, cover the puck line?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Rangers and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Canadiens a 51% chance of defeating the Rangers.
According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6 goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Rangers vs. Canadiens odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Rangers | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-220) | -1.5 (+195) |
| Moneyline | +114 | -130 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Rangers vs. Canadiens picks and best bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Rangers vs. Canadiens matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Rangers vs. Canadiens player props
Who will score an anytime goal in Rangers vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Montreal's Cole Caufield is most likely to score the first goal in Rangers vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Caufield a 9.4% chance of scoring the first goal at Bell Centre, while the Canadiens star is a 42.4% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 8.8% |
| J.T. Miller | 6.4% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 5.7% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 9.4% |
| Zachary Bolduc | 5.9% |
| Ivan Demidov | 5.2% |
Anytime goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 40.7% |
| J.T. Miller | 32.7% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 28.6% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 42.4% |
| Nick Suzuki | 29.4% |
| Zachary Bolduc | 28.6% |
Rangers vs. Habs game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Canadiens and Rangers at Bell Centre is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: NY Rangers vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Dimers' in-depth preview of Saturday's Rangers vs. Canadiens matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Canadiens, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Rangers on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Rangers vs. Canadiens 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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