# NHL Prediction – Chicago Blackhawks vs Montreal Canadiens

> OddsTrader AI prediction for Chicago Blackhawks vs Montreal Canadiens. Includes predicted score,
> expected value (EV), cover probability, bet rating, and best available line.
> Chicago Blackhawks (29-53) vs Montreal Canadiens (48-34).
> All odds in American format. Last updated: 2025-12-19T19:00:00-08:00.
>
> - League: NHL
> - Event: Chicago Blackhawks vs Montreal Canadiens
> - Event ID: 4771614
> - Game Date: Thu 12/18 11:00 AM
> - Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
> - Generated At: 2026-06-27T00:41:50.721113-07:00
> - Last Updated: 2025-12-19T19:00:00-08:00

## Chicago Blackhawks at Montreal Canadiens

**Time:** Thu 12/18 11:00 AM
**Predicted Score:** Montreal Canadiens 4, Chicago Blackhawks 3
**Records:** Montreal Canadiens 48-34 | Chicago Blackhawks 29-53

| Market | Pick | EV | Cover Prob. | Bet Rating | Best Line | Sportsbook |
|--------|------|----|-------------|------------|-----------|------------|
| Puck Line | MTL | +6.6% | 47% | ★★★☆☆ | -1.5 (150) | - |
| Moneyline | MTL | -3.4% | 59% | ★★☆☆☆ | -165 | - |
| Puck Line | CHI | -9.2% | 53% | ★★☆☆☆ | +1.5 (-167) | - |
| Moneyline | CHI | +1.2% | 41% | ★☆☆☆☆ | 150 | - |
| Total | Over | -3.5% | 50% | ★☆☆☆☆ | o5.5 (-115) | - |
| Total | Under | -14.8% | 41% | ★☆☆☆☆ | u6 (-127) | - |

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*Source: [OddsTrader Prediction](https://www.oddstrader.com/nhl/matchups/chicago-blackhawks-vs-montreal-canadiens-2025-12-18-e4771614/prediction) · Updated Friday, December 19, 2025*