Oilers vs Canadiens statistics
| Stat |
Oilers |
Canadiens |
| Goals For per Game |
2.78 |
2.83 |
| Goals Against per Game |
3.17 |
3.89 |
| Shots per Game |
33.3 |
24.5 |
| Shots Against per Game |
25.3 |
30.2 |
| Power Play Goals |
8 |
14 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
16 |
12 |
| Short Handed Goals |
0 |
1 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
135 |
188 |
| Power Play Percentage |
17.4 |
22.2 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
66.0 |
81.0 |
Montreal Canadiens recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 11/16/24 |
vs Columbus Blue Jackets |
W |
5-1 |
| 11/14/24 |
@ Minnesota Wild |
L |
3-0 |
| 11/11/24 |
@ Buffalo Sabres |
W |
7-5 |
| 11/9/24 |
@ Toronto Maple Leafs |
L |
4-1 |
| 11/7/24 |
@ New Jersey Devils |
L |
5-3 |
Edmonton Oilers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 11/16/24 |
@ Toronto Maple Leafs |
L |
4-3 OT |
| 11/14/24 |
vs Nashville Predators |
W |
3-2 OT |
| 11/12/24 |
vs New York Islanders |
W |
4-3 OT |
| 11/9/24 |
@ Vancouver Canucks |
W |
7-3 |
| 11/6/24 |
vs Vegas Golden Knights |
L |
4-2 |
Oilers vs Canadiens predictions
When the Edmonton Oilers hit the ice, all eyes are usually on the dynamic duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Given McDavid's day-to-day injury status, it's a bit of a wildcard scenario, yet if he laces up, expect him to make a significant impact. He's a force of nature on skates, after all. Draisaitl, on the other hand, has been on fire this season with 24 points already under his belt. Even if McDavid might not be at 100%, Draisaitl’s current form suggests he will be a major threat. His knack for finding the back of the net, particularly in clutch moments, shouldn’t be underestimated.
Shifting focus to the Montreal Canadiens, Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki seem poised to keep things interesting. Caufield has been lighting the lamp consistently this season, tallying up 12 goals so far. His sharpshooting skills could definitely give the Canadiens the edge they need to dismantle the Oilers' defense. Meanwhile, Suzuki has been a key playmaker, contributing 11 assists and a total of 18 points. His ability to set up critical plays will be central to Montreal's strategy, especially against a team like Edmonton that has its vulnerabilities.
Considering the current forms and key players, Edmonton appears to have the upper hand in this matchup. While Montreal's top line could certainly stir up trouble and keep the game competitive, Edmonton’s offensive firepower, particularly if McDavid plays, might just be overwhelming. The Oilers have also demonstrated strength on the road with a solid 5-2-1 record, contrasting Montreal’s struggle to find consistent form. It's shaping up to be an action-packed game, but Edmonton might edge out with the victory if their stars align, literally and figuratively.
Montreal Canadiens injuries
- David Savard (D): Day-To-Day
- Juraj Slafkovsky (LW): Day-To-Day
- Rafael Harvey-Pinard (LW): Injured Reserve
- Justin Barron (D): Day-To-Day
- Kaiden Guhle (D): Injured Reserve
Edmonton Oilers injuries
- Viktor Arvidsson (LW): Day-To-Day
- Darnell Nurse (D): Day-To-Day
- Mattias Janmark (C): Day-To-Day
- Connor McDavid (C): Day-To-Day
- Evander Kane (LW): Injured Reserve
Oilers vs Canadiens game info
| Type |
Info |
| Venue |
Bell Centre |
| Location |
Montreal, QC |
| Puck drop |
Mon 7:30 PM |
