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N.Y. Islanders vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Trends
Updated:Feb 26, 2026 1:19 AM EST
The upcoming NHL matchup on February 26, 2026, features the N.Y. Islanders Islanders visiting the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC. This game promises exciting hockey action and valuable betting insights for fans and bettors alike.
Montreal Canadiens have been strong at home with a 16-12 straight-up record and 12-16 against the spread (ATS) at home, while the Islanders hold a solid 16-14 away record and 18-12 ATS on the road. The Canadiens average 3.46 goals per game and maintain a powerplay percentage close to 28.6%, whereas the Islanders score 2.84 goals per game with a slightly better powerplay rate of 29.7%. Both teams' penalty kill rates and 5-on-5 percentages are competitive, which will impact game flow and scoring opportunities.
Starting goalies are crucial, and while no injury notes suggest changes, bettors should watch for last-minute updates. The Islanders are underdogs at +128 moneyline odds, while the Canadiens are favorites at -145, with a puck line set at -1.5 for Montreal and +1.5 for the Islanders. The total points line is set at 6, with a slight lean towards the Over at -108 odds.
Recent performances show Montreal winning 5-1 against Winnipeg and a close 4-3 loss to Minnesota, while the Islanders recently won 3-1 over New Jersey and 5-4 against Pittsburgh. These game stats and betting trends can help bettors make informed wagers. Check out the last matchup on March 20, 2025, where the Islanders edged the Canadiens 4-3 for more context.
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42-40 (15th)Against the Spread44-39 (13th)
24-17Home / Away17-24
+5.5Units+12.3
+4.1Home / Away+2.3
6.75%ROI15.04%
9.97%Home / Away5.68%
43-39 (9th)Win - Loss48-34-1 (6th)
21-20Home / Away24-17
39-40-3Over / Under45-35-3
17-22-2Home / Away23-17-1
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2.8Goals3.4
28.2Shots26.3
14.8Missed Shots15.1
4.6Assists5.9
3.2Penalties4.3
7.8Penalty Minutes10.4
19.5Hits22.1
14.5Giveaways13.7
4.5Takeaways4.4
14.5Blocked Shots16.2
3Power Plays3
54.8Faceoffs54.8
28.9Faceoffs Won28
26Faceoffs Lost26.9
52%Faceoff Win %51%
27.5Shots Against27.7
2.9Goals Against3.1
24.8Saves24.8
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 Tampa Bay 50-32-187% -177Heritage | |||||||
 Buffalo 51-31-157% -157Bet105 | |||||||
 Vegas 40-4376% -145Bookmaker | |||||||
 Colorado 56-2793% -262Bet105 | |||||||
 Philadelphia 45-39- -110Heritage | |||||||
 Minnesota 47-37- -124Heritage | |||||||
 Edmonton 42-41100% -179BetOnline | |||||||
 Ottawa 44-40- -117Heritage |
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