Boston vs Montreal Prediction 25 January 2026
🔊 An historically intriguing NHL derby awaits hockey fans on January 25. Boston nearly always puts on a strong performance at home against Montreal. This makes it even tougher for the opponent, given they thrashed the Bruins in their previous encounter. Can Boston redeem themselves from that setback? Let's gear up for this regular season NHL game with an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊 Before their previous matchup (a 6-2 win for Montreal), the Bruins and Canadiens rivalry on Boston's ice had been taking on a "black-and-gold" hue. Out of the last 10 head-to-head games in Boston, the home team clinched victory 9 times.
Over the past five years, the teams have met 16 times, with the Bruins holding a nearly overwhelming advantage: Boston secured 13 wins compared to the Canadiens' 3. Games played in the US often turn into scoring feasts, with at least six goals netted in each of the last 8 games in Boston.
The Bruins not only dominate over the full 60 minutes but also start strong in the opening periods. In their last 7 home encounters against the Canadiens, Boston won the first period each time, losing only once overall in those matches.
Head-to-head statistics Boston - Montreal
Boston Bruins Team Overview
Since the start of the calendar year, the "Bears" have been putting up an impressive win percentage, taking 9 out of 11 games. These victories have helped Boston improve their standings and return to the playoff zone, with Marco Sturm's team sitting seventh in the East with 60 points from 51 games. Additionally, Boston are most effective at the TD Garden-no team in the conference boasts a better home average of 1.37 points per game.
In 2026, Boston have also achieved high scoring efficiency, averaging 4.1 goals per game. It's worth noting that their massive win over the New York Rangers (10-2) has influenced these numbers, but statistics are statistics. In terms of total goals scored (168), only their upcoming opponents and the Carolina Hurricanes are ahead in the East, each with 172 goals.
In the upcoming derby against the Canadiens, the "Bears" are unlikely to have defenseman Jordan Harris, whose return is expected next week.
Match Results: Boston Bruins
Montreal Canadiens Team Overview
The Canadiens have been alternating wins and losses since the start of the season, with 1-2 victories often followed by a similar number of setbacks, and vice versa. If such play can be called consistency, it allows Montreal to accumulate points and remain among the top four in the East (63 points in 51 games).
Montreal headed to Boston after home games against the Minnesota Wild (4-3) and the Buffalo Sabres (2-4). Perhaps playing on the road might even be more favorable for Montreal-statistically, only Tampa Bay (40 points) performs better away from home than the Canadiens (34 points).
The return of French forward Alexandre Texier is on the horizon after missing about a week. However, Montreal will still be without Patrik Laine and Alex Newhook for an extended period.
Match Results: Montreal Canadiens
⚡️ Leaders
Boston's top scorer this season remains David Pastrnak (21 goals, 42 assists). The Czech forward has been particularly prolific in recent games, tallying 22 points (6 goals, 16 assists) over 11 matches. Elias Lindholm is on a three-game point streak, recording 5 points (1 goal, 4 assists).
Nick Suzuki, the leading scorer for the Canadian club, ranks among the NHL's top ten playmakers with 41 assists. He has accumulated 57 points in 51 games. Alongside Cole Caufield, Suzuki is on a four-game point streak.
🥅 Goalies
In recent games, Jeremy Swayman (90.3% save percentage) and Joonas Korpisalo (89.7%) have alternated as the starting goalie. The 31-year-old Finnish netminder defended the "Bears" in the previous matchup against Vegas (allowing 3 goals with a 90.9% save rate).
In the last game against Buffalo, Sam Montembeault guarded the net for the Canadian club, conceding 3 goals with an 81.3% save percentage. However, over the season, his stats slightly trail those of Jakub Dobes-Montreal hasn't lost with the Czech goalie in over a month.
Editorial Prediction
Boston are gearing up for their home derby against Montreal, delivering not only thrilling victories but also high-scoring performances. In 8 of their last 9 matchups, the Bruins have scored at least four goals. Considering the history of this rivalry and their recent heavy defeat to the Canadiens, we anticipate an exciting game from the hosts with Boston's team total exceeding 3.5 goals.
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