San Jose Sharks vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/14

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The San Jose Sharks visit the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The Sharks hold a record of 31-26-6 this season. They rank 9th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Pacific Division.

The Canadiens have a record of 36-18-10 and play under head coach Martin St. Louis. They are 4th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division. This game will be broadcast on NBCS at 7:00 PM.

Sharks vs Canadiens Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens
  • Venue: Bell Centre
  • Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
  • Betting Odds: San Jose Sharks +149, Montreal Canadiens -177

San Jose Sharks Team Preview

The San Jose Sharks have had mixed results in their recent games. They scored a win against the Boston Bruins with a score of 4-2. In this game, Alex Nedeljkovic made 39 saves, helping secure the victory.

In a game against the Buffalo Sabres, the Sharks lost 6-3. Despite the loss, Alexander Wennberg stood out with a goal and an assist. The Sharks had fewer shots on goal, which contributed to their defeat.

Macklin Celebrini has been a key player for the Sharks. He has scored 33 goals and made 58 assists this season. Celebrini’s performance is crucial for the team’s success as they look to improve their standings.

Montreal Canadiens Team Preview

The Montreal Canadiens have shown strong form in recent games. They won against the Ottawa Senators with a score of 3-2. In this game, Ivan Demidov and Alexandre Texier each contributed a goal, while Jacob Fowler made 32 saves.

Against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Canadiens secured a 3-1 victory. Jake Evans and Phillip Danault each scored a goal. The Canadiens’ defense was effective, allowing only 18 shots on goal.

In their recent game against the Los Angeles Kings, the Canadiens won 4-3. Juraj Slafkovsky had a standout performance with two goals and an assist. The Canadiens’ defense blocked 15 shots, showcasing their ability to protect their net.

BTB Betting Pick

The Montreal Canadiens are favored to win with a MoneyLine of -177. The San Jose Sharks have a MoneyLine of +149. Based on current stats, Montreal’s higher goal and assist rankings give them an edge. I recommend picking the Canadiens to win with a projected score of 4-3.

The total for this game is set at 6.5. Both teams have strong offensive stats, with Montreal ranking 4th in goals. San Jose’s defense has allowed many goals, ranking 21st in goals against. I recommend taking the over at 6.5, with a projected total score of 7.