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Oilers vs. Canadiens prediction: Why Edmonton is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [12/14/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Edmonton Oilers vs Montreal Canadiens predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Montreal Canadiens will face the Edmonton Oilers in NHL action at Bell Centre on Sunday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Oilers as the most likely winner of the Oilers vs. Canadiens game.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Oilers vs. Habs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Oilers a 55% chance of defeating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Oilers vs. Canadiens odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+180) | +1.5 (-200) |
| Moneyline | -134 | +115 |
| Total | o6.5 (-120) | u6.5 (+102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Oilers vs. Canadiens picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | Canadiens +1.5 | -200 |
| Moneyline | Canadiens | +115 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | +102 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Oilers vs. Canadiens player props
Who will score a goal in Oilers vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 45.3% chance of scoring a goal at Bell Centre, while the star is a 9.2% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 45.3% |
| Connor McDavid | 40.2% |
| Zach Hyman | 38.3% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 23.5% |
| Andrew Mangiapane | 16.6% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 41.0% |
| Nick Suzuki | 29.8% |
| Ivan Demidov | 29.1% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 29.1% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 24.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 9.2% |
| Connor McDavid | 8.2% |
| Zach Hyman | 7.9% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 4.0% |
| Evan Bouchard | 3.1% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 8.8% |
| Ivan Demidov | 5.5% |
| Nick Suzuki | 5.2% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 5.1% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 4.1% |
Oilers vs. Habs game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Canadiens and Oilers at Bell Centre is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Oilers vs. Canadiens insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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