In this article, we will formulate a Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Canadiens Prediction for this NHL game on Friday, December 20th, at the Little Caesars Arena. 

Can Canadiens Offense Find Success Again?

The Canadiens faced off against the San Jose Sharks in the last game and they were able to secure the 6-1 victory. In the second period they scored four goals and that was the difference. Patrik Laine scored three goals. Sam Montembeault saved 21 of the 21 shots that he faced. Two games ago against the Winnipeg Jets, the Canadiens were defeated 4-2. The Canadiens are averaging 2.81 goals while their defense is giving up 3.65 goals per game. The offense is ranked 23rd in the league while the defense is ranked 31st. Nick Suzuki has scored 11 goals and added 21 assists so far this season. 

Red Wings Have Won Two Straight Games

The Red Wings have confidence as they have won two straight games. In the last game against the Philadelphia Flyers, the Red Wings were able to secure the 6-4 victory. The defense wans’t great, but the offense made up for it, scoring six goals. Alex Lyon was in goal and saved 15 off the 19 shots. Patrick Kane had another strong game scoring a goal and adding an assist. The Red Wings on the season is averaging 2.67 goals while their defense is giving up 3.16 goals per game. The offense is ranked 25th in the league while the defense is ranked 24th. This game the Red Wings need good goaltending. 

Why the Red Wings Will Beat the Canadiens

• The Red Wings have won seven of their last eight night games against the Canadiens following a win.
• The Canadiens have lost 18 of their last 21 road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Red Wings have covered the puck line in each of their last eight home games.
• The Canadiens have failed to cover the puck line in three of their last four night games following a win.
• The Red Wings have won the second period in three of their last four games as home favorites following a home win.

Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens Prediction

This game is going to be the highest scoring game of the entire day. The Red Wings offense has confidence, but their defense has been an issue  and they are going to really struggle here. The Candiens offense has been quite impressive the lastt couple of games and both of them are going to run up the score also. Both teams are going to finish with at least four goals, and the over will cash.