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Devils vs. Canadiens prediction: Why Montreal is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [4/5/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get New Jersey Devils vs Montreal Canadiens predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Montreal Canadiens will take on the New Jersey Devils in NHL action at Bell Centre on Sunday, commencing at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Canadiens as the most likely winner of the Devils vs. Canadiens game.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Devils vs. Habs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NHL game between the Devils and Canadiens, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Canadiens a 58% chance of defeating the Devils.
According to our model, the Devils (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Devils vs. Canadiens odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Devils | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-190) | -1.5 (+160) |
| Moneyline | +126 | -148 |
| Total | o6.5 (-115) | u6.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Devils vs. Canadiens picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | +160 |
| Moneyline | Canadiens | -148 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | +105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Devils vs. Canadiens player props
Who will score a goal in Devils vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Cole Caufield is most likely to score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Caufield a 41.3% chance of scoring a goal at Bell Centre, while the star is an 8.8% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 38.6% |
| Nico Hischier | 30.6% |
| Timo Meier | 30.2% |
| Jesper Bratt | 27.3% |
| Dawson Mercer | 22.0% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 41.3% |
| Nick Suzuki | 31.1% |
| Ivan Demidov | 28.6% |
| Alex Newhook | 28.2% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 26.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 8.6% |
| Nico Hischier | 6.2% |
| Timo Meier | 5.5% |
| Jesper Bratt | 5.3% |
| Dawson Mercer | 3.7% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 8.8% |
| Nick Suzuki | 5.9% |
| Alex Newhook | 5.1% |
| Ivan Demidov | 5.1% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 4.6% |
Devils vs. Habs game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Canadiens and Devils at Bell Centre is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: New Jersey Devils vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Conclusion
We predict the Canadiens, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Devils on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Devils 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, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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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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