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Canadiens vs. Ducks Prediction: Montreal Predicted to Win Sunday's NHL Matchup [2/2/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Sunday's Montreal Canadiens vs Anaheim Ducks matchup.
NHL action continues on Sunday at 4:00PM ET as the Montreal Canadiens take on the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Canadiens as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Montreal-Anaheim game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Canadiens with a win probability of 54%, while the Ducks have 46%."
For a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Canadiens vs. Ducks predictions page.
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Canadiens vs. Ducks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL game between the Canadiens and Ducks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Canadiens a 54% chance of beating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Canadiens vs. Ducks Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canadiens | Ducks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+185) | +1.5 (-215) |
| Moneyline | -135 | +122 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Canadiens vs. Ducks Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Canadiens vs. Ducks matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Canadiens vs. Ducks Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Canadiens vs. Ducks?
According to our model, Montreal's Patrik Laine is most likely to score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Ducks.
Our projections give Laine a 6.6% chance of scoring the first goal at Honda Center, while the Canadiens star is a 33.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Patrik Laine | 6.6% |
| Nick Suzuki | 5.8% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 5.5% |
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Frank Vatrano | 5.7% |
| Troy Terry | 5.6% |
| Mason McTavish | 5.0% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Patrik Laine | 33.1% |
| Cole Caufield | 28.1% |
| Nick Suzuki | 27.9% |
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Troy Terry | 33.6% |
| Frank Vatrano | 28.7% |
| Mason McTavish | 26.8% |
Habs vs. Ducks Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Sunday's matchup between the Ducks and Canadiens at Honda Center is scheduled to start at 4:00PM ET.
- Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Anaheim Ducks
- Date: Sunday, February 2, 2025
- Time: 4:00PM ET/1:00PM PT
- Venue: Honda Center
Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Canadiens vs. Ducks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Montreal vs. Anaheim picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Canadiens, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Sunday.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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