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Boston Bruins vs. Montreal Canadiens: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 3, 2025

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Apr 3, 2025 8:31 PM
The Boston Bruins, fresh off a dominant performance led by David Pastrnak's 2-goal game, head to the Bell Centre to face off against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM. The Bruins look to extend their series lead to 3-0 against their Atlantic Division rivals, who are fighting to stay in the playoff hunt. With the Canadiens' strong home record on the line, this matchup promises to be an intense and physical battle.
Boston Bruins vs Montreal Canadiens

Current Odds

BOS
MTL
Over
3.5
-188
Under
4.5
+120
BOS
-
-
MTL
-
-
BOS
ML
+3300
MTL
ML
-10000

Bruins vs Canadiens statistics

Stat Bruins Canadiens
Goals For per Game 2.61 2.99
Goals Against Average 3.29 3.31
Shots per Game 26.6 25.9
Shots Against per Game 28.6 29.0
Power Play Goals 33 46
Power Play Goals Against 53 46
Short Handed Goals 6 8
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 766 682
Power Play Percentage 15.3 21.2
Penalty Kill Percentage 76.3 80.3

Montreal Canadiens recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/1/25 vs Florida Panthers W 3-2 OT
3/30/25 @ Florida Panthers W 4-2
3/28/25 @ Carolina Hurricanes L 4-1
3/27/25 @ Philadelphia Flyers L 6-4
3/25/25 @ St. Louis Blues L 6-1

Boston Bruins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/1/25 vs Washington Capitals L 4-3
3/29/25 @ Detroit Red Wings L 2-1
3/26/25 @ Anaheim Ducks L 6-2
3/23/25 @ Los Angeles Kings L 7-2
3/22/25 @ San Jose Sharks L 3-1

Montreal Canadiens injuries

  • Rafael Harvey-Pinard (LW): Out

Boston Bruins injuries

  • Mark Kastelic (C): Out
  • Charlie McAvoy (D): Injured Reserve

Bruins vs Canadiens game info

Type Info
Venue Bell Centre
Location Montreal, QC
Puck drop Thu 7:00 PM

Bruins vs Canadiens predictions

David Pastrnak has been lighting up the ice for the Boston Bruins with his impressive stats this season. With a stunning 37 goals and 51 assists under his belt, it's hard not to be excited about what he might bring in the game against the Montreal Canadiens. Imagine Pastrnak weaving through defenders, setting up plays, and maybe adding a couple more pucks to his total of 88 points. Fans can expect him to be the driving force behind the Bruins' offense, taking advantage of every scoring opportunity that arises in the Bell Centre. Considering his hot streak after that 2-goal performance, he’s undoubtedly the one to watch.

Switching gears to the Canadiens, Cole Caufield is no stranger to finding the back of the net. With 34 goals so far, he’s proving to be a vital piece of Montreal's scoring machine. Meanwhile, Lane Hutson is bound to pull off some slick assists, already having stacked 57 this season. And let's not forget about Nick Suzuki, who’s been a steady contributor with an impressive 79 points, orchestrating plays with precision. Teamwork will be key for the Canadiens, as they're likely to aim for quick breakouts and capitalize on home ice advantage.

When the puck drops in Montreal, both teams will be battling for essential wins in the Atlantic Division. My take? Despite Boston's efforts and Pastrnak's brilliance, it looks like the Montreal Canadiens might edge out a victory with their collective firepower and home ice boost. The odds are in their favor, after all. But the beauty of NHL hockey is its unpredictability. Will the Bruins defy the odds, or will the Canadiens hold strong? All we can do is wait and see how the game unfolds. What’s your prediction?

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