Montreal Canadiens vs Minnesota Wild Betting Trends

The upcoming NHL regular-season game on February 2, 2026, features the Montreal Canadiens visiting the Minnesota Wild at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, MN. This matchup offers intriguing betting trends that bettors won't want to miss as both teams look to assert dominance in the league.

Montreal Canadiens have been averaging 3.44 goals per game with a powerplay success rate of 29.1%, penalty kill at 89.6%, and a solid 5-on-5 percentage. Minnesota Wild counters with 3.25 goals per game, a powerplay percentage of 32.9%, penalty kill at 87.5%, and competitive 5-on-5 performance. These stats indicate a balanced offensive and defensive battle, making game insights vital for informed betting decisions.

The starting goalie for Minnesota is likely to be their top netminder, given no major injury concerns, while Montreal is expected to field their regular starter. The odds favor Minnesota at -132 moneyline with a -1.5 puck line at +177 and a total points line set at 6.5, favoring the under at -115. This suggests a slightly tighter game with Minnesota as the favorite, but Montreal's recent form could challenge that perception.

In their last encounter on January 20, 2026, Montreal edged out Minnesota 4-3 in a thrilling contest last matchup on January 20 with a 4-3 Montreal win. Both teams have strong ATS records and are capable of high-scoring games, but recent betting stats highlight Minnesota's advantage at home, making them the smart favorite.

For bettors seeking the best odds, Minnesota's moneyline is available at -132 while Montreal sits at +116, both offered at BetOnline. Check out the latest NHL standings and ATS records on our NHL standings page to guide your wager.