Lightning vs Canadiens NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for April 9

On Thursday in the NHL, the Tampa Bay Lightning are up against the Montreal Canadiens.

Before you make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook, we've got you covered with all the latest NHL betting insights.

Lightning vs Canadiens Game Info

• Tampa Bay Lightning (48-24-6) vs. Montreal Canadiens (46-22-10)
• Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
• Time: 7 p.m. ET
• Venue: Bell Centre -- Montréal, Quebec
• Coverage: ESPN+

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 (56%)

Lightning vs Canadiens Puck Line

• The Canadiens are underdogs by 1.5 goals. The Canadiens are -240 to cover the spread, and the Lightning are +190.

Lightning vs Canadiens Over/Under

• Lightning versus Canadiens, on April 9, has an over/under of 6.5, with the over being -106 and the under -114.

Lightning vs Canadiens Moneyline

• Looking at the moneyline for Lightning-Canadiens, Tampa Bay is the favorite at -120, and Montreal is +100 playing at home.

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