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Bruins vs. Canadiens Prediction: Montreal Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [4/3/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Boston Bruins vs Montreal Canadiens matchup.
The Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Bell Centre on Thursday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Canadiens as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Boston-Montreal game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Canadiens with a win probability of 60% and the Bruins with 40%."
For expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Bruins vs. Canadiens predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Bruins and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Canadiens a 60% chance of beating the Bruins.
According to our model, the Bruins (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Bruins vs. Canadiens Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bruins | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-145) | -1.5 (+128) |
| Moneyline | +180 | -194 |
| Total | o5.5 (-115) | u5.5 (+102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Bruins vs. Canadiens Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Bruins vs. Canadiens matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Bruins vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Boston's David Pastrnak is most likely to score the first goal in Bruins vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Pastrnak a 10.5% chance of scoring the first goal at Bell Centre, while the Bruins star is a 46.3% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 10.5% |
| Morgan Geekie | 5.7% |
| Pavel Zacha | 3.9% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nick Suzuki | 7.4% |
| Cole Caufield | 6.6% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 6.1% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 46.3% |
| Morgan Geekie | 30.0% |
| Elias Lindholm | 21.0% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nick Suzuki | 34.4% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 31.4% |
| Cole Caufield | 31.4% |
Bruins vs. Habs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's matchup between the Canadiens and Bruins at Bell Centre is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Boston Bruins vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Bruins vs. Canadiens matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Canadiens, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the Bruins on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bruins vs. Canadiens insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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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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