Lightning vs Canadiens NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for NHL Playoffs First Round Game 7

The NHL's Sunday slate includes the Tampa Bay Lightning taking on the Montreal Canadiens.

Before you place your bet on this matchup at FanDuel Sportsbook, here are the NHL moneyline insights you need to know.

Lightning vs Canadiens Game Info

• Tampa Bay Lightning (50-26-6) vs. Montreal Canadiens (48-24-10)
• Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
• Time: 6 p.m. ET
• Venue: Benchmark International Arena -- Tampa, Florida
• Coverage: TNT

Lightning vs Canadiens Odds

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Lightning vs Canadiens Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Lightning win (63.4%)

Lightning vs Canadiens Puck Line

• The Canadiens are underdogs by 1.5 goals on the road against the Lightning. The Canadiens are -194 to cover the spread, and the Lightning are +156.

Lightning vs Canadiens Over/Under

• The over/under for Lightning-Canadiens on May 3 is 5.5. The over is +120, and the under is -148.

Lightning vs Canadiens Moneyline

• Looking at the moneyline for Lightning-Canadiens, Tampa Bay is the favorite at -156, and Montreal is +130 playing on the road.

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