Chicago comes off close 3-2 losses in their last two road games at St. Louis and Toronto. The offense is 10th in the NHL on the power play. Montreal has a losing home record, on a 2-4 run overall, including losing three times as a favorite. The defense is 31st in goals allowed (3.49 per game) and 30th in save percentage (.878). Play Chicago.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on December 18, 2025 at 12:12PM ET.
NHL
Chicago at Montreal
December 18, 2025
7:00 PM Eastern
1 unit on Chicago +162 (moneyline) (risk 1 to return 2.62)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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