Montreal Canadiens vs Utah Mammoth Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/26

This article was published on Nov 26, 2025. Today’s picks NHL picks

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The NHL regular season is in full swing as the Montreal Canadiens travel to the Delta Center to take on the Utah Mammoth. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 9:30 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. Both teams are looking to improve their records early in the season.

The Canadiens come into this game with an 11-7-3 record under the guidance of head coach Martin St. Louis. They currently rank 10th in their conference and 5th in the Eastern Atlantic Division. On the other hand, the Utah Mammoth, led by head coach André Tourigny, have a record of 12-8-3. They hold the 8th spot in their conference and 4th in the Western Central Division. Fans can expect an exciting game as both teams aim to climb the standings.

Canadiens vs Mammoth Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Montreal Canadiens vs. Utah Mammoth
  • Venue: Delta Center
  • Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
  • Betting Odds:
    • Montreal Canadiens Puck Line: +1.5 (-217)
    • Utah Mammoth Puck Line: -1.5 (+175)
    • Montreal Canadiens MoneyLine: +118
    • Utah Mammoth MoneyLine: -140
    • Over: 6.5 (+102)
    • Under: 6.5 (-123)

Montreal Canadiens Team Preview

The Montreal Canadiens are coming off a strong performance against the Toronto Maple Leafs. They won the game 5-2, with Josh Anderson and Noah Dobson each scoring two goals. The team had 29 shots on goal and recorded 25 hits during the game.

In their recent games, the Canadiens have struggled defensively. They allowed eight goals in a loss to the Washington Capitals and seven goals against the Dallas Stars. Despite these losses, players like Brendan Gallagher and Cole Caufield have continued to contribute offensively.

Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield are among the top skaters for the Canadiens this season. Suzuki has 23 points in 21 games, while Caufield has 22 points. On the goaltending front, Sam Montembeault has had 12 appearances with four wins and 230 saves so far.

Utah Mammoth Team Preview

The Utah Mammoth recently showed strong performance at home. They secured a 5-1 win against the Vegas Golden Knights. Logan Cooley stood out with four goals and one assist in that game.

Before facing the Golden Knights, the Mammoth edged out the New York Rangers with a 3-2 win. Clayton Keller and JJ Peterka each scored once. The Mammoth managed 34 shots on goal in that game.

In their previous games, the Mammoth faced challenges against the Golden Knights and Sharks. They lost 4-1 to the Golden Knights and 3-2 to the Sharks. Despite these losses, JJ Peterka scored twice against the Sharks, showcasing his ability to find the net.

BTB Betting Pick

The Utah Mammoth are favored with a moneyline of -140 against the Montreal Canadiens, who are at +118. Utah’s stronger goals against rank and higher saves suggest they have the edge. The projected score is Utah 4, Montreal 3, making Utah the pick to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 6.5, with the under priced at -123. Both teams have shown the ability to score, but Utah’s defensive stats indicate a tighter game. The projected total of 7 suggests taking the over at +102 is a reasonable choice.