{"id":484878,"date":"2026-03-07T09:25:10","date_gmt":"2026-03-07T14:25:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/?p=484878"},"modified":"2026-03-07T09:25:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-07T14:25:10","slug":"nhl-predictions-march-7-montreal-canadiens-vs-los-angeles-kings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/07\/nhl-predictions-march-7-montreal-canadiens-vs-los-angeles-kings\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL Predictions: March 7 Montreal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span>Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at\u00a0<\/span><em>Last Word On Hockey<\/em><span>\u00a0look 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 Los Angeles Kings<\/span><span>. Don\u2019t forget to check out more\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/category\/nhl-predictions\/\" target=\"_self\">NHL Predictions<\/a>, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>NHL Predictions<\/h2>\n<p><a id=\"jhPPYdqqQZBNrR8imGB3tA\" class=\"gie-single\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2240122685\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><script>window.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'jhPPYdqqQZBNrR8imGB3tA',sig:'8W7KGjOfD084gFQ78tFZ6JFmnqiku3lNoZS7KSSNjkg=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2240122685',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});<\/script><script src='\/\/embed-cdn.gettyimages.com\/widgets.js' charset='utf-8' async><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Washington Capitals vs Boston Bruins<\/h2>\n<h3>Head-to-Head: Capitals 0-1 Bruins<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/full-guide-for-how-to-stream-and-watch-nhl-hockey-games\/\" target=\"_self\">How to Watch<\/a>:<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>US TV: ABC; ESPN+. Canada TV: SN1; TVA Sports.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Time:<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>12:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.thescore.com\/nhl\/events\/32105\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">We open up<\/a> NHL predictions with an afternoon matchup between the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/06\/washington-capitals-acquire-right-shot-defenceman-san-jose-sharks\/\" target=\"_self\">Washington Capitals<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/nhl-predictions-march-5-boston-bruins-vs-nashville-predators\/\" target=\"_self\">Boston Bruins.<\/a> <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/t\/thomplo01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Logan Thompson<\/a> is the expected starter for the Capitals. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. Washington is 6-4 in its previous 10 game but have dropped its last two games. The Capitals shockingly sent <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/c\/carlsjo01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">John Carlson<\/a> to the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/the-anaheim-ducks-announce-4-year-contract-extension-to-centre\/\" target=\"_self\">Anaheim Ducks<\/a> at the deadline. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/o\/ovechal01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alex Ovechkin<\/a> leads the team in goals (24) and points (50) so far.<\/p>\n<p><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/swaymje01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jeremy Swayman<\/a> is the projected starter for the Bruins, who are 5-2-3 in their last 10 games. However, Boston is coming off a loss to the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/nashville-predators-trade-forward-to-divisional-rival\/\" target=\"_self\">Nashville Predators<\/a> last time out. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/p\/pastrda01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">David Pastrnak<\/a> is tops in assists (50) and points (72).<\/p>\n<p>Both teams are trying to get back on track. However, Boston gets the victory in a matinee matchup.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Bruins win 4-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"j4Skt2AXSWdzAt5c3v5Y9Q\" class=\"gie-single\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2238968275\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><script>window.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'j4Skt2AXSWdzAt5c3v5Y9Q',sig:'bMquO9VkehaUdzwqi39okHJxv_TqSUxh7v16GtAtr60=',w:'594px',h:'394px',items:'2238968275',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});<\/script><script src='\/\/embed-cdn.gettyimages.com\/widgets.js' charset='utf-8' async><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils<\/h2>\n<h3>2024-25 Season Series: Rangers 1-3 Devils<\/h3>\n<h3>How to Watch:<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>US TV: ABC; ESPN+. Canada TV: SN1; Sportsnet.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Time:<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>3 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>Our second game of NHL predictions has the first meeting of the season between the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/06\/buffalo-sabres-acquire-depth-forward-from-new-york-rangers\/\" target=\"_self\">New York Rangers<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/04\/nhl-predictions-march-4-toronto-maple-leafs-vs-new-jersey-devils\/\" target=\"_self\"> New Jersey Devils<\/a>. The Blueshirts are likely to go with <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/shestig01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Igor Shesterkin<\/a> in goal for this game. New York is 3-5-2 in its previous 10 games. However, the Rangers did get a win in its last outing. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/z\/zibanmi01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mika Zibanejad<\/a> leads the team in goals (25), assists (31), and points (56).<\/p>\n<p><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/marksja02.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jacob Markstrom<\/a> is expected to draw the start for the Devils, who are 4-6 in their last 10 games. However, New Jersey is a on a three-game winning streak prior to this Metro area rivalry. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/h\/hischni01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nico Hischier<\/a> and <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/brattje01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jesper Bratt<\/a> are tied for the team&#8217;s lead in points with 45.<\/p>\n<p>The Rangers will have plenty of lineup changes after being a seller at the trade deadline. New Jersey should win the first meeting of the season at home.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Devils win 3-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h2>Montreal Canadiens vs Los Angeles Kings<\/h2>\n<h3>Head-to-Head: Canadiens 0-1 Kings<\/h3>\n<h3>How to Watch:<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>US TV: KCAL; ESPN+. Canada TV: SNE; TVA Sports; City TV.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Time:<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>Our final and featured game of NHL predictions has the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/06\/nhl-rumours-montreal-canadiens-looking-to-add-veteran-centre-before-deadline\/\" target=\"_self\">Montreal Canadiens<\/a> going for the season split against the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/2025-26-nhl-trade-deadline-ottawa-senators-los-angeles-kings-depth-forward\/\" target=\"_self\">Los Angeles Kings<\/a>. Samuel <span>Montembeault is the likely starter for the Habs, who are 5-2-3 in their last 10 games. However, Montreal has dropped its last pair of games prior to this matchup. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/suzukni01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nick Suzuki<\/a> is first on the team in assists (51) and points (71) so far this season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kuempda01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Darcy Kuemper<\/a> is the probable starter for the Kings, who are 3-5-2 in their last 10 games. However, Los Angeles did get a victory in its last game. The Kings also have a different look after trading <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/p\/perryco01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Corey Perry<\/a> at the deadline. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kempead01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adrian Kempe<\/a> leads the club in goals so far with 23.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Both teams are looking for some consistency. However, the Habs have just a bit more firepower.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Canadiens win 5-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Best Bets<\/h3>\n<p>We close out NHL predictions with some prop bets of the night. Let&#8217;s stick with our featured game for our preferred props. The over\/under for the Kings versus the Canadiens is 6.5, and we like the over in this game.<\/p>\n<p>As for individual props, take <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/c\/caufico01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cole Caufield<\/a> to get a power-play goal for Montreal. On the Los Angeles side of things, take <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/p\/panarar01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-07_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Artemi Panarin<\/a> to get at least a point.<\/p>\n<p><em>Main photo by: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-24\">\n<p><em><strong>Please play responsibly, check for your local rules and age restrictions; some jurisdictions require ages 21+. Gambling problem? 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