New York Islanders vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/21

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The New York Islanders will visit the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre this Saturday. The game is set to begin at 7:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Islanders come into this game with a 39-25-5 record, placing them fourth in the Eastern Metropolitan Division.

Meanwhile, the Canadiens hold a 37-21-10 record and are third in the Eastern Atlantic Division. Both teams are looking to improve their standings as the regular season continues. Patrick Roy leads the Islanders, while Martin St. Louis is at the helm for the Canadiens.

Islanders vs Canadiens Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: New York Islanders vs. Montreal Canadiens
  • Venue: Bell Centre
  • Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Montreal Canadiens MoneyLine -133, New York Islanders MoneyLine +113

New York Islanders Team Preview

The New York Islanders recently faced the Ottawa Senators, losing 3-2. They managed 19 shots on goal but were unable to capitalize on the power play. Matthew Schaefer and Brayden Schenn each scored a goal in the game.

In their game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Islanders secured a 3-1 win. They had a strong showing with 34 shots on goal and two power play goals. Mathew Barzal contributed three assists, while Calum Ritchie and Emil Heineman each found the net.

During their game against the Calgary Flames, the Islanders won 3-2 at home. Simon Holmstrom led the team with two goals, and Jean-Gabriel Pageau added an assist. The Islanders showed physicality with 22 hits and 18 blocks in this game.

Montreal Canadiens Team Preview

The Montreal Canadiens have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured a 3-2 win against the Boston Bruins at home. However, they faced a 3-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on the road. Their performance has been inconsistent, with a few close losses.

Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield are key players for the Canadiens. Suzuki has contributed 24 goals and 57 assists this season. Caufield has also been impressive, scoring 40 goals in 67 games. Both players are crucial to the team’s offensive efforts.

In the net, Jakub Dobes has been a reliable presence for the Canadiens. He has played in 34 games, securing 22 wins. Sam Montembeault has also contributed with 10 wins in 25 games. The goaltending will be essential for the Canadiens in their upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Montreal Canadiens are favored with a moneyline of -133 against the New York Islanders. The Canadiens have strong skater stats, ranking 6th in goals and 5th in assists. The Islanders, ranked 16th in goals, face a tough challenge. With these stats, picking the Montreal Canadiens to win straight up is a solid choice.

The over/under line is set at 6.0. The Islanders have a strong defense, ranking 4th in goals against. The Canadiens have allowed more goals, ranking 20th. Given the defensive stats, picking the under at 6.0 seems reasonable for this game.