Nashville Predators vs Montréal Canadiens Picks and Predictions April 6th 2025

Nashville Predators vs Montréal Canadiens April 6th 2025

Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Canadiens and Predators. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Canadiens are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference contest against the Predators. The game’s over/under currently sits at 6 goals.

Montreal vs. Nashville Key Information

• Teams: Canadiens at Predators
• Where: Bridgestone Arena Nashville
• Date: Sunday, April 6th
• Betting Odds NAS -110 | MON -109 O/U 6

The Canadiens Can Win If…

Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 37-30-9. The Canadiens, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.

The Canadiens didn’t score until the third period, after Pittsburgh had already netted two goals. Christian Dvorak got Montreal on the board at 14:28 in the third, but the Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15.

Montreal’s offense was held in check during their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh, with Christian Dvorak scoring his first goal of the season at the 14:28 mark in the third period. The Canadiens fired 26 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net until Dvorak’s late effort.

Juraj Slafkovsky picked up his seventh assist, while Emil Heineman recorded his first of the season. Montreal struggled with 20 giveaways and went scoreless on the power play.

Montreal’s defense started strong, keeping the game scoreless until 15:57 into the first period. They conceded again at 18:40 in the second, and a late empty-netter sealed the 3-1 loss. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.

• Through their last three games, the Canadiens have a record of 3-0. This also includes going 2-1 puck line and an over-under mark of 0-3.
• Through their last ten regular season contests, Montreal has a record of 5-5. The team’s record vs the puck line was just 6-4, in addition to an over-under mark of 6-4.

The Predators Can Win If…

Nashville improved to 27-41-8 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.

All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players. They trailed 1-0 before Steven Stamkos tied it up at 11:29 in the second period. Nashville then scored five unanswered goals to secure the win.

Nashville’s offense netted five goals in their 5-2 win over Colorado, with two coming on empty nets. The Predators were held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos scored his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year.

Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on a power play in the third period. Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist closed the scoring with his fourth, also on an empty net. Nashville took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.

Nashville’s defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held on for a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the Predators’ defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.

• Nashville has put together a record of 0-3 in their last three games (regular season). Against the spread, Nashville went 1-2 in these games and finished with an over-under mark of 1-2.
• The Predators have gone 2-8 over their last ten regular season games. Their record vs the puck line sits at 4-6 in these matchups, while posting a 2-8 over-under mark.

The Lean

For a moneyline bet, I’m backing the Predators to secure a victory over the Canadiens at home. With the moneyline currently set at -110, I’m locking in my bet on the Predators straight-up.

Our projections have the Predators pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Predators, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 6 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

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Canadiens Continue Playoff Push Against Struggling Predators: Momentum Meets Mayhem in Music City

With just six games remaining in the regular season, every point matters — and the Montreal Canadiens are making their final playoff push count. Riding a four-game winning streak, Montreal travels to Nashville on Sunday looking to pad its lead in the Eastern Conference wild-card race.

Meanwhile, the Nashville Predators are playing out the string — already eliminated and now working to build something for the future.

Canadiens Riding Late-Season Surge Into Wild-Card Control

Saturday’s 3-2 comeback win over Philadelphia was another gritty chapter in Montreal’s resurgence. Trailing 1-0 entering the third period, the Habs stayed patient, stuck to their structure, and rattled off three unanswered goals to lock in two massive points.

“What we said was stay patient,” veteran forward Brendan Gallagher shared. “We knew we had it in this room.”

The victory pushed Montreal to 37-30-9 (83 points), giving them a four-point cushion over the New York Rangers for the final wild-card spot in the East. With both teams having six games left, the Habs control their destiny — and right now, they’re embracing the pressure.

The driving force? Nick Suzuki. The Canadiens’ captain is on fire, with goals in four straight games and a total of five goals and nine points during that span. His chemistry with Cole Caufield and Juraj Slafkovsky has flourished late in the season.

“He’s still young, and he’s leading this team,” said head coach Martin St. Louis. “What’s his ceiling? Who knows — but he’s the one writing that story.”

The Canadiens are finding offense from depth pieces, too, and their commitment to defensive structure has improved dramatically since the All-Star break.

Predators Limp to the Finish, Eyes on the Future

It’s been a rough ride for Nashville, who have now lost five straight games and enter Sunday’s tilt at 27-41-8 (62 points). Their most recent defeat — a 5-1 loss to Dallas — epitomized their season: flashes of effort, undone by turnovers and a lack of finish.

“They’re a strong rush team,” said Steven Stamkos (traded midseason). “We kept them quiet early, but started feeding their game halfway through. That’s when it fell apart.”

Coach Andrew Brunette missed Saturday’s practice due to a personal matter, leaving uncertainty over his availability behind the bench on Sunday.

But there’s at least one positive development: Matthew Wood, Nashville’s 2023 first-round pick, may make his NHL debut. The towering 6’5″ forward just signed an entry-level deal after finishing his NCAA season at Minnesota and has been skating with the team.

“This is a huge learning opportunity for me,” Wood said. “I’ve developed so much, and now I’m ready to take another step.”

His debut could inject a bit of energy into a lineup looking for something — anything — to build momentum for next season.

Game Breakdown: Habs Must Stay Focused

Sunday’s matchup feels like a trap game. Montreal’s riding high, while Nashville’s season is effectively over. But these are the kinds of matchups that can upend playoff dreams if focus wavers.

Montreal needs to stick to its identity: clean breakouts, tight gaps, and discipline. If Suzuki and company keep pressing, they should have the tools to take care of business against a Nashville team that’s playing for pride and prospects.

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