Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/9

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The Montreal Canadiens are set to play against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. This game marks the beginning of the NHL Regular Season. The Canadiens are currently 0-1, looking to secure their first win under head coach Martin St. Louis.

The Red Wings will host this game with Todd McLellan as their head coach. They ended last season with a 39-35-8 record. The game will be available on ESPN+ and starts at 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Canadiens vs Red Wings Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Montreal Canadiens vs. Detroit Red Wings
  • Venue: Little Caesars Arena
  • Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Montreal Canadiens Puck Line -1.5 (-231), Detroit Red Wings Puck Line +1.5 (+185), Montreal Canadiens MoneyLine +110, Detroit Red Wings MoneyLine -130, Over 6.0 (-115), Under 6.0 (-106)

Montreal Canadiens Team Preview

The Detroit Red Wings have been doing well in their away games. They recently won against the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Chicago Blackhawks. In these games, they scored 6-5 and 3-1, showing they can score and win on the road.

In their recent away game performance, the Red Wings put up 2 goals and 2 assists. They had 31 shots on goal, which shows they are taking chances. The team also recorded 28 hits and 13 blocks, indicating their physical play.

The goalie for the Red Wings in these away games allowed 3 goals and made 22 saves. There were no shutouts during these games. As they look to continue their success, the team will rely on solid defense and goaltending.

Detroit Red Wings Team Preview

The Detroit Red Wings are starting their season with fresh hopes. Last season, their top performers were Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, and Alex DeBrincat. Raymond led with 80 points, while Larkin and DeBrincat each had 70 points.

On defense, Moritz Seider made a significant impact. He recorded 212 hits and 181 blocks over 82 games. Marco Kasper also contributed with 156 hits and 48 blocks.

In goal, Cam Talbot stood out for Detroit last season. He played in 47 games, earning 21 wins and 2 shutouts. John Gibson and Sebastian Cossa also contributed in their roles.

BTB Betting Pick

For the moneyline pick, the recommendation is to go with the Detroit Red Wings at -130. As the favorite, they have a slight edge over the Montreal Canadiens. With the game being the first of the season, Detroit’s home advantage and lineup could make a difference.

For the over/under pick, the recommendation is to take the over at 6.0 (-115). The projected score suggests a total of 6 goals, with both teams having potential to score. The offensive stats, including shots on goal and goals against, indicate a high-scoring game is likely.