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Lightning vs. Canadiens Prediction: Tampa Bay Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [1/21/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens matchup.
NHL action continues on Tuesday at 7:00PM ET as the Tampa Bay Lightning lock horns with the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Lightning as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Tampa Bay-Montreal game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Lightning with a win probability of 57%, compared to 43% for the Canadiens."
For expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Lightning vs. Canadiens predictions page.
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Lightning vs. Habs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's game between the Canadiens and Lightning at Bell Centre is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's full preview of Tuesday's Lightning vs. Canadiens matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Tampa Bay vs. Montreal picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Lightning vs. Canadiens Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Lightning and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Lightning a 57% chance of beating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 53% chance of staying under.
Lightning vs. Canadiens Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Lightning | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+172) | +1.5 (-205) |
| Moneyline | -140 | +120 |
| Total | o6.5 (+104) | u6.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Lightning vs. Canadiens Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Lightning vs. Canadiens 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.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Lightning vs. Canadiens Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Lightning vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Tampa Bay's Brayden Point is most likely to score the first goal in Lightning vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Point a 9.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Bell Centre, while the Lightning star is a 43.3% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brayden Point | 9.3% |
| Jake Guentzel | 7.7% |
| Nikita Kucherov | 7.0% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Patrik Laine | 6.5% |
| Nick Suzuki | 5.4% |
| Cole Caufield | 5.2% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brayden Point | 43.3% |
| Jake Guentzel | 38.5% |
| Nikita Kucherov | 37.3% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Patrik Laine | 35.5% |
| Cole Caufield | 30.5% |
| Nick Suzuki | 28.2% |
Conclusion
We predict the Lightning, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Tuesday.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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