Montreal is seventh in the NHL in goals scored (3.27 per game), fourth on the power play, and second in shooting percentage. The Canadiens come off a 6-2 win at Boston and are 10-3-4 on the road. They're also on a 5-3 run, with two of the losses by just one goal. While Montreal is working on four days of rest, Tampa Bay had to play last night, winning at Florida. Tampa Bay is just 10-9 at home and ranked 22nd on the power play. They've also split their last six at home, losing as chalk of -160, -145, and -120. Play Montreal on the puck-line.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on December 28, 2025 at 11:26AM ET.
Montreal at Tampa Bay
December 28, 2025
1.5 units on Montreal +1.5 goals -195 (puckline) (risk 1.5 to return 2.01)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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