What Are the Canadiens’ Stanley Cup Chances?
The Canadiens are riding high after making the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. Now, the real test begins as they attempt to make it back to the playoffs. Will the Habs continue their ascent or was this past season a fluke?
| Canadiens Playoff Odds | -190 |
| Canadiens Playoff Chances | 65.5% |
| Canadiens Miss Playoffs | 39.2% |
| Canadiens Stanley Cup Odds | +6000 |
| Canadiens Stanley Cup Chances | 1.64% |
| Canadiens Win Eastern Conference | +2500 |
| Canadiens Win Atlantic Division | +950 |
The future is bright in Montreal, and the Canadiens believe they have what it takes to become a playoff regular. With an Eastern Conference that is wide open, the Habs have a chance to make great progress this season.
Do the Canadiens Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?
The Canadiens have a solid chance to make the playoffs after they nabbed the final wildcard spot in the 2024-25 season. Currently, they have -190 odds of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2025-26, and that translates to a 65.5% chance. sportsbooks have them as a bubble team with plenty of potential.
Canadiens Month By Month Playoff Chances
The Canadiens' playoff odds will change from month to month. This page will have all the updated odds as the months pass, with new odds presented after each passing period.
| September | TBD |
| Preseason: | +105 |
| Week 1 | +105 |
| Week 2 | -140 |
| Week 3 | -150 |
| Week 4 | -150 |
| Week 5 | -200 |
| Week 6 | -205 |
| Week 7 | -125 |
| Week 8 | -120 |
| Week 9 | -115 |
| Week 10 | -105 |
| Week 11 | +105 |
| Week 12 | -140 |
| Week 13 | -180 |
| Week 14 | +120 |
Key Updates On Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup Chances
The season is rolling along, and the Canadiens have been inconsistent while hanging around in the playoff race. Led by Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson, and Noah Dobson, the Habs have a great chance of making another run.
- January 4, 2026: The Canadiens bounce back from a 2-0 shutout loss the night before with a 4-3 win over the Dallas Stars on the road.
- December 23, 2025: The Canadiens go into the Christmas break following a 6-2 thrashing over the Bruins.
- November 20, 2025: The Canadiens take one of their worst losses, falling 8-4 at Centre Bell to Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals.
- June 27, 2025: The Habs trade both of their 2025 first-round draft picks to acquire defenseman Noah Dobson.
- June 10, 2025: Lane Hutson wins the Calder Trophy, cementing himself as one of the best young defensemen in the NHL.
- May 5, 2025: The Canadiens officially have the 16th pick (from the Calgary Flames) and their own 17th pick to pick more youthful talent.
Key Contributors Toward Montreal Canadiens Postseason Chances
Nick Suzuki led the Canadiens with 30 goals and 59 assists in the 2024-25 season. Likewise, Cole Caufield added 37 goals and 33 assists. Lane Hutson was amazing on the blue line, tallying six goals and 60 assists. Samuel Montembeault was solid, going 31-24-7 with a 2.82 goals-against average and a save percentage of .901.
So far this season, Montembeault has struggled in the net, going 13-5-6 with a 3.65 goals-against average and a save percentage of .857. Meanwhile, rookie Jakub Dobes has been slightly better, going 12-5-3 with a 2.90 goals-against average and a save percentage of 894. Rookie Jacob Fowler has also made an impression in the net, giving the Habs a potential elite netminder in the future.
Where Can I Bet on the Canadiens to Make the Playoffs?
Ontario provides many sportsbooks to place bets on the Canadiens to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Furthermore, there are sportsbooks in America that offer the option to place wagers on the Habs to make the playoffs. Some of the notable betting websites to choose from include DraftKings Sportsbook and Caesars Ontario.
Looking Ahead: Canadiens Stanley Cup Playoffs Picture
The Canadiens made the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs after a strong stretch run. Now, the expectations are higher than ever, and many believe they can do it again. To do that, the Habs must establish consistency and improve a power play that was 21st in the NHL.
Where Do the Canadiens Rank in the Eastern Conference Playoff Picture?
The Canadiens are likely to be one of the top eight teams in the Eastern Conference, and they will also be in the bubble. Currently, the Canadiens have -190 odds to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and +2500 odds to win the Eastern Conference.
Where Do the Canadiens Rank in the Atlantic Division Standings?
The Canadiens finished fifth in the Atlantic Division and currently have the fourth-best odds of winning this division. They are in the same division as regular-season powerhouses like the Toronto Maple Leafs, regular playoff contenders like the Tampa Bay Lightning, and the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers. Currently, they have +950 odds to win the Atlantic Division, which is the second-best.
Where Do the Montreal Canadiens Rank to Win the 2025-26 Stanley Cup?
The Habs have the 16th-longest odds of winning the Stanley Cup in 2026. Overall, oddsmakers believe the Habs have a long hill to climb to have a chance at the Stanley Cup. The Canadiens will aim to improve their standings as the season approaches and throughout the regular season.
Who to Root for if You’re a Montreal Canadiens Fan?
Cole Caufield is an electrifying player who is 5'7 and willing to do whatever it takes to get off the edge to score a goal. Meanwhile, Nick Suzuki is a brilliant two-way player who makes smart decisions as the captain. Juraj Slafkovský is a fan favorite, the 2022 first overall pick with a bright future, and fans love watching him develop.
Playoff Chances For Other Canadian NHL Teams
Canadiens Stanley Cup Playoff Chances FAQ
The Canadiens' odds to make the playoffs are -190, which translates to a 65.5% chance. This highlights that oddsmakers are feeling more confident about the Habs' chances of making it back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the 2025-26 season.
The Canadiens have the most Stanley Cups in NHL history with 24. But the Habs last appeared in the Stanley Cup in 2020, and last won the Stanley Cup in 1993 when Patrick Roy was the goalie and they were facing Wayne Gretzky and the Los Angeles Kings.
The Canadiens are currently at +6000 odds, or a 1.64% chance, to win the Stanley Cup in 2026. They currently have the 15th-longest odds of claiming their 25th Stanley Cup in franchise history, and their first since 1993.
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Robert B. Hayek has been writing about sports for over a decade and is currently a member of the Gambling.com Group team. In his spare time, he runs the largest sports meetup group in Orange County, CA, actively participating in every sport imaginable. He is also a published author of five thriller novels, all available on Amazon.