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Canadiens vs. Islanders Prediction: Islanders Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [3/20/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Montreal Canadiens vs NY Islanders matchup.
The NY Islanders and Montreal Canadiens will meet in the NHL at UBS Arena on Thursday, with puck drop at 7:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Islanders as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Montreal-NY Islanders game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Islanders with a win probability of 55% and the Canadiens with 45%."
For a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Canadiens vs. Islanders predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Canadiens and Islanders 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Islanders a 55% chance of defeating 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 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Canadiens vs. Islanders Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canadiens | Islanders |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-205) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +120 | -135 |
| Total | o5.5 (-125) | u5.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Canadiens vs. Islanders Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Canadiens vs. Islanders matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with 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 Canadiens vs. Islanders?
According to our model, NY's Kyle Palmieri is most likely to score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Islanders.
Our projections give Palmieri a 7.0% chance of scoring the first goal at UBS Arena, while the Islanders star is a 32.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nick Suzuki | 6.1% |
| Cole Caufield | 5.5% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 5.0% |
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Palmieri | 7.0% |
| Bo Horvat | 6.9% |
| Anthony Duclair | 6.0% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nick Suzuki | 30.1% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 28.3% |
| Cole Caufield | 28.2% |
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 36.7% |
| Kyle Palmieri | 32.6% |
| Anthony Duclair | 29.1% |
Habs vs. Isles Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Islanders and Canadiens at UBS Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. NY Islanders
- Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: UBS Arena
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Canadiens vs. Islanders matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Montreal vs. NY Islanders picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Islanders, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Canadiens vs. Islanders insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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