Vegas Golden Knights vs Montreal Canadiens Prediction

Vegas Golden Knights vs Montreal Canadiens Game Analysis | 27-01-2026 | NHL

This regular-season matchup on January 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET at the Bell Centre in Montreal pits the Vegas Golden Knights (25-14-12) against the Montreal Canadiens (28-17-7). Both teams are vying for playoff positioning, with the Canadiens holding a slight edge in the standings.

Vegas Golden Knights Team Performance

The Vegas Golden Knights have demonstrated a competitive spirit this season, reflected in their 25 wins. However, their 12 overtime losses suggest a tendency to struggle in closing out tight contests, indicating a potential area for improvement in high-pressure situations. Offensively, the team is anchored by Jack Eichel, a dynamic playmaker who leads the team with 61 points and an impressive 42 assists. Goal-scoring punch comes from Pavel Dorofeyev, who has found the back of the net 22 times. Defensively, Vegas boasts a physically imposing blue line and strong goaltending, providing a solid foundation, but consistency remains key.

Vegas Golden Knights Key Players

Points: Jack Eichel (61)
Goals: Pavel Dorofeyev (22)
Assists: Jack Eichel (42)

Montreal Canadiens Team Performance

The Montreal Canadiens enter this contest with a more favorable record, showcasing a resilient and often explosive offensive attack. Their 28 wins highlight a team capable of consistent performance. The Canadiens’ offense is spearheaded by captain Nick Suzuki, who leads the team with 59 points, demonstrating his all-around offensive prowess. The prolific goal-scorer Cole Caufield is a constant threat, boasting 29 goals this season. Young defenseman Lane Hutson has emerged as a key playmaker from the blue line, tallying 44 assists. Despite a significant injury to a key forward, the Canadiens have maintained their competitive edge, particularly on home ice.

Montreal Canadiens Key Players

Points: Nick Suzuki (59)
Goals: Cole Caufield (29)
Assists: Lane Hutson (44)

Injury Report Montreal Canadiens

Patrik Laine (Injured reserve): Laine (abdomen) is practicing Saturday in a non-contact jersey, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Prediction: Vegas Golden Knights vs Montreal Canadiens

Considering the Canadiens’ stronger season record and the home-ice advantage at the Bell Centre, coupled with their consistent offensive output from Suzuki and Caufield, the Montreal Canadiens are the predicted winner. While Patrik Laine’s continued absence impacts their offensive depth, their core group has proven capable. Given the strong goaltending on both sides and Laine’s injury for Montreal potentially tightening up scoring, the total goals prediction is under 6.5.

Last 5 Games: VGK

Form:

LWLLW

VS @ Ottawa

L 7-1

PTS 25-14-12

GOL Hill

AST Hertl

VS @ Toronto

W 6-3

PTS 25-13-12

GOL Hill

AST Stone

VS @ Boston

L 4-3

PTS 24-13-12

GOL Schmid

AST Eichel

VS vs Philadelphia

L 2-1

PTS 24-12-12

GOL Hill

AST Stone

VS vs Nashville

W 7-2

PTS 24-11-12

GOL Schmid

AST Theodore

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
@ Ottawa	L 7-1	25-14-12	Hill	Hertl
@ Toronto	W 6-3	25-13-12	Hill	Stone
@ Boston	L 4-3	24-13-12	Schmid	Eichel
vs Philadelphia	L 2-1	24-12-12	Hill	Stone
vs Nashville	W 7-2	24-11-12	Schmid	Theodore

Last 5 Games: MTL

Form:

LLWWL

VS @ Boston

L 4-3

PTS 28-17-7

GOL Montembeault

AST Caufield

VS vs Buffalo

L 4-2

PTS 28-16-7

GOL Montembeault

AST Suzuki

VS vs Minnesota

W 4-3

PTS 28-15-7

GOL Dobes

AST Hutson

VS @ Ottawa

W 6-5 OT

PTS 27-15-7

GOL Montembeault

AST Caufield

VS @ Buffalo

L 5-3

PTS 26-15-7

GOL Fowler

AST Caufield

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
@ Boston	L 4-3	28-17-7	Montembeault	Caufield
vs Buffalo	L 4-2	28-16-7	Montembeault	Suzuki
vs Minnesota	W 4-3	28-15-7	Dobes	Hutson
@ Ottawa	W 6-5 OT	27-15-7	Montembeault	Caufield
@ Buffalo	L 5-3	26-15-7	Fowler	Caufield

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