Montreal at New Jersey

At some point, regression might come for Montreal. But right now, the Canadiens are a joy to watch. They lead the Eastern Conference after 13 games. Montreal played probably its worst game of the season, according to HC Martin St. Louis, in a 5-4 shootout loss at home to the Flyers two days ago. Yet even when they were down by three goals, the Canadiens nearly pulled the game out, coming from behind to force the shootout. Now Montreal takes to the road looking to win its sixth away game in the last seven road matchups. The Canadiens catch the Devils at a situational disadvantage. New Jersey may not have its complete focus, having recently returned from a four-game West Coast swing that ended with a 4-1 loss to Anaheim. The Devils have been up and down, with a below-average defense that has allowed 40 goals through 13 games. Montreal is the No. 2 scoring team in the NHL and has the fifth-best power play. Don't expect a second straight flat performance, as they have not lost two consecutive games all season. Take the Canadiens.