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Montreal Canadiens at Nashville Predators

NHLregular • 2026-2027 Season
completed
Predators logo
Predators
Nashville
1
vs
Canadiens logo
Canadiens
Montreal
4
NSH 51%49% MTL
Prediction Confidence:
Moderate

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VenueBridgestone Arena
Nashville, TN

Team Comparison

Head-to-head snapshot based on our model inputs

Canadiens (away)
Predators (home)
49%
Win probability
51%
0
High-impact factors
0
0
Players ruled out
0

Post-Game Analysis

How our model performed

The Canadiens defeated the Predators 4-1.

Our model predicted the Predators would win with 51% confidence, but the Canadiens pulled off the upset. These outcomes are what keep sports compelling -- and help our model learn.

Looking at the factors our model weighed:

  • Home Field Advantage favored the Predators and was a notable factor: Predators are 0-0 at home this season
  • Offensive Efficiency favored the Canadiens and was a contributing factor: Canadiens offense (3.5 PPG) outpaces Predators (2.9 PPG)
  • Rest Days favored the Canadiens and was a contributing factor: Canadiens rest advantage (2 days rest) over Predators (1 day rest)

This analysis was generated from our model's pre-game assessment compared against the actual result. Factor accuracy helps improve future predictions.

Canadiens won 1-4

Canadiens won in a close game

Prediction IncorrectWe predicted Predators at 51%

What's Driving This Game

Each factor's contribution to the final win probability

MTL
NSH
Home Field Advantage
Offensive Efficiency
Rest Days
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Defensive Efficiency
Favours MTL|Favours NSH

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Understanding the win probability calculation

Model version: 1.0.0 • Calculated: 3/28/2026, 8:50:01 AM

Key Players

Canadiens

Sam MontembeaultG
Kaapo KahkonenG
Jacob FowlerG
Jakub DobesG
Kirby DachC

Predators

Justus AnnunenG
Juuse SarosG
Ozzy WiesblattC
Oasiz WiesblattC
Ryan O'ReillyC

Learn About Our Analysis

Learn about the factors behind our predictions

Frequently Asked Questions

Predators has a 51% win probability, while Canadiens has a 49% win probability based on our analysis.

Our model considers offensive and defensive efficiency, rest days, injury impact, and historical performance.

This game is being played at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN.

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