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Panthers vs. Canadiens Prediction: Florida Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [3/15/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Florida Panthers vs Montreal Canadiens matchup.
The Montreal Canadiens and Florida Panthers will meet in the NHL at Bell Centre on Saturday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Florida-Montreal game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Panthers are more likely to win, while the Canadiens have a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Panthers vs. Canadiens predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Panthers and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Panthers a 61% chance of beating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 60% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of going over.
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Panthers vs. Canadiens Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+130) | +1.5 (-155) |
| Moneyline | -194 | +170 |
| Total | o5.5 (-120) | u5.5 (+104) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Panthers vs. Canadiens Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Panthers vs. Canadiens matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Panthers vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Florida's Sam Reinhart is most likely to score the first goal in Panthers vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Reinhart a 7.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Bell Centre, while the Panthers star is a 35.3% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 7.3% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 6.5% |
| Aleksander Barkov | 5.7% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 5.9% |
| Nick Suzuki | 5.6% |
| Cole Caufield | 4.8% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 35.3% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 34.1% |
| Sam Bennett | 30.6% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 30.4% |
| Nick Suzuki | 29.2% |
| Cole Caufield | 28.4% |
Panthers vs. Habs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's action between the Canadiens and Panthers at Bell Centre is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Dimers.com's full preview of Saturday's Panthers vs. Canadiens matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Florida vs. Montreal picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers 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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