Colorado Avalanche vs. Montreal Canadiens Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/15/2024]

The Montreal Canadiens and Colorado Avalanche will meet in the NHL at Bell Centre on Monday, starting at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Monday's Avalanche vs. Canadiens matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Avalanche vs. Canadiens Prediction: Who Will Win

We have used advanced machine learning and data to simulate the result of Monday's NHL matchup between the Avalanche and Canadiens 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our famous predictive analytics model currently gives the Avalanche a 64% chance of defeating the Canadiens.

According to our model, the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals also has a 54% chance of going under.

Today's Colorado vs. Montreal betting preview is brought to you by BetMGM Sportsbook, which has a great Bet $5, Get $158 in Bonus Bets offer for new users.

Avalanche vs. Canadiens Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Avalanche	Canadiens
Moneyline	-200	+170
Total	o6.5 (+102)	u6.5 (-120)

• BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Canadiens at +170. That means you can bet $100 to profit $170, earning a total payout of $270, if they win.
• Elsewhere, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Avalanche at -200, where you can risk $200 to win $100 for a total payout of $300 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under sits at 6.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +102, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -120.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out the sports betting sites you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Avalanche vs. Canadiens Picks

By comparing our probabilities to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Moneyline	Canadiens	+170
Total	Under 6.5	-120

While the Avalanche are more likely to win the game, betting on the Canadiens moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.

Dimers' best NHL bets are based on world-class modeling and wagering intelligence to serve you the best possible plays every time.

Avalanche vs. Canadiens Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Canadiens?

According to our model, Colorado's Mikko Rantanen is most likely to score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Canadiens.

Our projections give Rantanen an 11.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Bell Centre, while the Avalanche star is a 51.5% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Colorado Avalanche

Player	First Goal Probability
Mikko Rantanen	11.8%
Nathan MacKinnon	11.3%
Jonathan Drouin	6.7%
Cale Makar	5.1%
Ross Colton	4.0%

Montreal Canadiens

Player	First Goal Probability
Cole Caufield	6.8%
Nick Suzuki	5.8%
Sean Monahan	4.4%
Juraj Slafkovsky	3.4%
Joel Armia	2.8%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Colorado Avalanche

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Mikko Rantanen	51.5%
Nathan MacKinnon	50.3%
Jonathan Drouin	32.2%
Cale Makar	26.8%
Ross Colton	22.0%

Montreal Canadiens

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Cole Caufield	34.9%
Nick Suzuki	30.9%
Sean Monahan	23.4%
Juraj Slafkovsky	19.0%
Joel Armia	17.8%
Don't forget, our model updates often, so refresh this page for the latest betting insights ahead of the Avalanche vs. Canadiens on Monday January 15, 2024.

Avs vs. Habs Game Information

Monday's game between the Canadiens and Avalanche at Bell Centre is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Montreal Canadiens
• Date: Monday January 15, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Bell Centre

Our full coverage of Avalanche vs. Canadiens includes pregame predictions, betting picks, and live win probabilities.

How to Bet on Avalanche vs. Canadiens

Enjoy Dimers and want to keep the site free? Every time you join a sportsbook featured here, we get paid a small fee.

These fees help us keep Dimers free for everyone. So, if you like what you see, support us by joining one of our featured sports betting partners below.

Conclusion

This preview article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on Monday's Avalanche vs. Canadiens matchup, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control are performed to ensure the content meets our editorial guidelines.

Dimers' picks and predictions are made after 10,000 simulations per game, using reliable and up-to-date data sources and analytical methods. While these Avalanche vs. Canadiens predictions can help you make informed decisions, it's important that you gamble responsibly and manage your finances effectively.

For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

When you click or tap on a link on Dimers that goes to a third-party website that we have a commercial arrangement with (such as a sportsbook), we may earn a referral fee at no additional cost to you.

More on NHL

Stay updated with the most recent NHL news and our analytics-driven NHL picks and parlays all season long. Plus, our Stanley Cup odds give you the most up-to-date numbers and the best available odds on the Stanley Cup winner.