Canadiens vs Predators Preview Start Time Key Matchup Details and Viewing Guide

The Montreal Canadiens are set to face off against the Nashville Predators in an exciting matchup tonight. Here’s everything you need to know about the game, including start times, viewing options, and key player matchups.

Game Details

• Date: Tonight
• Start Time: 7:00 PM EDT / 4:00 PM PDT
• Broadcast:
  • Canadiens Region: TSN2 (English), RDS (French)
  • Predators Region: FanDuel Sports Network South
• Streaming: ESPN+, TSN+, RDS+

Team Overview

The Nashville Predators had a challenging season last year. They finished with only 68 points, ranking third-last in the league. Key offseason signings like Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault did not yield the expected results. The team struggled significantly, allowing 274 goals. They also underperformed in scoring, netting only 214 goals over the season.

Montreal has seen a stark contrast. They managed to secure two regulation wins over Nashville last season, which boosted their playoff ambitions.

Current Season Performance

• Montreal Canadiens:
  • Record: 3-1-0
  • Goals per game: 3.75 (6th in NHL)
  • Goals against per game: 3.00 (T-13th)
  • Power Play Percentage: 17.7% (20th)
  • Penalty Kill Percentage: 78.6% (20th)
• Nashville Predators:
  • Record: 2-1-1
  • Goals per game: 3.00 (T-17th)
  • Goals against per game: 3.00 (T-13th)
  • Power Play Percentage: 5.9% (30th)
  • Penalty Kill Percentage: 91.7% (T-6th)

Key Players to Watch

For Montreal, Nick Suzuki has emerged as a key contributor with six assists this season. Erik Haula and Jonathan Marchessault will also play crucial roles in the offensive lineup.

Nashville’s Filip Forsberg is the standout player, having tallied 76 points last year. Patrik Laine, while off to a slow start this season, had previously scored well against Montreal, highlighting his potential for offensive contributions as the season progresses.

Head-to-Head Record

The teams have faced each other in key matchups before:

As they prepare for tonight’s game, both teams look to capitalize on their strengths and weaken the opponent’s defenses. With so much at stake, fans can expect a thrilling showdown on the ice.