Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Winnipeg Jets. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Montreal Canadiens vs Winnipeg Jets
Head-to-Head: Canadiens 1-0 Jets
How to Watch: US TV: ESPN+. Canada TV: RDS; Sportsnet
Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)
We open up NHL predictions with our featured game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Winnipeg Jets. Montreal is expected to give Sam Montembeault the start in this game. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Habs are 5-3-2 in the previous 10 games but lost to the Minnesota Wild in overtime on the Monday Night Hockey on Prime matchup. Nick Suzuki leads the team in assists (47) and points (65) so far for Montreal.
Connor Hellebuyck is the probable starter for Winnipeg, which is 4-3-3 in its last 10 games. However, the Jets are coming off a loss in their last time on ice. Winnipeg is trying to overturn a 3-2 shootout loss to Montreal on December 3. Mark Scheifele leads the team in goals (27), assists (40), and points (67) so far this campaign.
Hellebuyck is the type of goalie that can steal a game. However, Montreal has more firepower.
Prediction: Canadiens win 3-2.
