Edmonton Oilers vs. Montreal Canadiens Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/13/2024]

NHL action continues on Saturday at 7:00PM ET as the favored Edmonton Oilers lock horns with the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Saturday's Oilers vs. Canadiens matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Oilers vs. Canadiens Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used trusted machine learning and data to simulate the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Canadiens 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Oilers a 66% chance of beating the Canadiens.

According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 55% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of going over.

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Oilers vs. Canadiens Odds

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

Bet Type	Oilers	Canadiens
Puck Line	-1.5 (+100)	+1.5 (-115)
Moneyline	-245	+205
Total	o6.5 (-122)	u6.5 (+105)

• The Canadiens are listed as +1.5 underdogs against the Oilers, with -115 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Oilers (-1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at +100.
• DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Canadiens at +205, which means you can bet $100 to profit $205, earning a total payout of $305, if they win.
• Elsewhere, FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Oilers at -245, where you can risk $245 to win $100 for a total payout of $345 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -122, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at +105.

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

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

Oilers vs. Canadiens Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Canadiens +1.5	-115
Moneyline	Canadiens	+205
Total	Under 6.5	+105

While the Oilers are more likely to win the game, betting on the Canadiens moneyline is the best option because of the 1.4% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.

Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit on this occasion, Under 6.5 is our best bet on account of the better odds (+105) that are available from BetMGM.

Dimers' best NHL bets are based on detailed modeling and gambling expertise to bring you the best possible plays every time.

Oilers vs. Canadiens Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Canadiens?

According to our model, Edmonton's Connor McDavid is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Canadiens.

Our projections give McDavid a 9.5% chance of scoring the first goal at Bell Centre, while the Oilers star is a 46.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player	First Goal Probability
Connor McDavid	9.5%
Leon Draisaitl	8.9%
Zach Hyman	6.9%
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins	4.9%
Evander Kane	4.3%

Montreal Canadiens

Player	First Goal Probability
Cole Caufield	6.5%
Nick Suzuki	5.8%
Sean Monahan	3.9%
Joel Armia	3.4%
Juraj Slafkovsky	3.3%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Edmonton Oilers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Connor McDavid	46.7%
Leon Draisaitl	42.2%
Zach Hyman	37.9%
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins	28.9%
Evander Kane	27.7%

Montreal Canadiens

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Cole Caufield	36.1%
Nick Suzuki	32.4%
Sean Monahan	24.7%
Juraj Slafkovsky	19.2%
Joel Armia	18.7%
Remember, our model updates often, so check this article for any changes to our betting insights before the Oilers vs. Canadiens on Saturday January 13, 2024.

Oilers vs. Habs Game Information

Saturday's action between the Canadiens and Oilers at Bell Centre is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Montreal Canadiens
• Date: Saturday January 13, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Bell Centre

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Conclusion

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