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Washington Capitals vs. Montreal Canadiens: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 27, 2025

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Apr 27, 2025 7:50 PM
On Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 6:30 PM, the Washington Capitals look to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their series against the Montreal Canadiens as they face off in Game 4 at the Bell Centre. The Capitals, riding high after taking a 2-1 series lead, aim to Silence the crowd in Montreal and put the pressure on the Canadiens to respond. Can the Habs overcome the deficit, or will the Capitals extend their lead in the Eastern Conference First Round?
Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens

Current Odds

WSH
MTL
Over
5.5
+160
Under
5.5
-196
WSH
+1.5
-164
MTL
-1.5
+140
WSH
ML
+280
MTL
ML
-295

Capitals vs Canadiens statistics

Stat Capitals Canadiens
Goals For per Game 3.49 2.96
Goals Against Average 2.79 3.18
Shots per Game 27.6 25.5
Shots Against per Game 27.2 29.0
Power Play Goals 52 47
Power Play Goals Against 43 49
Short Handed Goals 8 9
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 779 760
Power Play Percentage 23.5 20.1
Penalty Kill Percentage 82.0 80.9

Montreal Canadiens recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/25/25 vs Washington Capitals W 6-3
4/23/25 @ Washington Capitals L 3-1
4/21/25 @ Washington Capitals L 3-2 OT
4/16/25 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 4-2
4/14/25 vs Chicago Blackhawks L 4-3 SO

Washington Capitals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/25/25 @ Montreal Canadiens L 6-3
4/23/25 vs Montreal Canadiens W 3-1
4/21/25 vs Montreal Canadiens W 3-2 OT
4/17/25 @ Pittsburgh Penguins L 5-2
4/15/25 @ New York Islanders W 3-1

Montreal Canadiens injuries

  • Sam Montembeault (G): Day-To-Day
  • Patrik Laine (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Rafael Harvey-Pinard (LW): Out

Washington Capitals injuries

  • Logan Thompson (G): Day-To-Day
  • Aliaksei Protas (C): Day-To-Day
  • Martin Fehervary (D): Out

Capitals vs Canadiens game info

Type Info
Venue Bell Centre
Location Montreal, QC
Puck drop Sun 6:30 PM
TV TBS

Capitals vs Canadiens predictions

Anticipating the showdown at Bell Centre, fans of the Washington Capitals will surely be looking at Alex Ovechkin to light the lamp once more. With a whopping 44 goals this season, he certainly knows how to find the back of the net. Dylan Strome is another player to watch, not just for his assists—53 in total this season—but also for his overall point production, leading the team with 82 points. It's like he's got a sixth sense when it comes to setting up those game-winning plays. With the Capitals sporting a series lead, you can bet these heavy hitters will come ready to extend that gap.

Across the ice, the Montreal Canadiens won't be sitting idly by. Cole Caufield has been a dynamo, racking up 37 goals. The mobility of Lane Hutson from the defense position, with a notable 60 assists, can't be ignored either. It’s all about creating plays out of nothing, and he seems to do it with style. But let’s not forget about the Canadiens' leading scorer, Nick Suzuki, who’s managed to compile 89 points. If you're thinking the Canadiens are just going to roll over, think again. Their prowess on home ice could very well tip the scales in their favor.

So as we gear up for Game 4, which way might the hockey gods lean? With the Capitals currently ahead in the series, there's a good chance they'll extend that lead if their key players fire on all cylinders. Yet, the home advantage for the Canadiens and the hunger to even the series can't be simply brushed aside. It's a close call, but leaning on experience and a stellar season performance, the Washington Capitals might just edge it out. What do you think? Could be a tight one.

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