The Montreal Canadiens and Los Angeles Kings face off in a crucial game on Saturday night as both clubs fight for playoff spots.
Cole Caufield has been the NHL’s hottest goal scorer for nearly two months, and I’ll break down how he fits into my Canadiens vs. Kings predictions and NHL picks for Saturday, March 7.
Canadiens vs Kings prediction
Canadiens vs Kings best bet: Cole Caufield anytime goal (+130)
The Montreal Canadiens fell in a shootout to the Anaheim Ducks last night, but Cole Caufield was all over the score sheet once again.
The Habs winger scored two goals and added an assist to boost his impressive totals over the past couple of months. Since January 17, Caufield has led the NHL with 16 goals in just 14 games.
The Canadiens star has been incredibly consistent, finding the back of the net in 10 of his last 14 contests.
The Los Angeles Kings have won just two of their last eight, allowing 4 gpg over that span – third-worst in the league.
Canadiens vs Kings same-game parlay
Not only are the Canadiens the better team tonight, but they’ve also been road warriors this season. Montreal owns a .645 points percentage as the visitor – good for sixth-best in the NHL.
The Kings are also 3-8 in their last 11 games on home ice.
Canadiens vs Kings SGP
- Cole Caufield anytime goal
- Canadiens moneyline
Canadiens vs Kings odds
- Moneyline: Canadiens +115 | Kings -130
- Puck Line: Canadiens +1.5 (-220) | Kings -1.5 (+186)
- Over/Under: Over 6 (-101) | Under 6 (-115)
Canadiens vs Kings trend
The Over is 10-5 in Los Angeles’ last 15 home games and 5-1 in Montreal’s last six games overall. Find more NHL betting trends for Canadiens vs. Kings.
How to watch Canadiens vs Kings
| Location | Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA |
| Date | Saturday, March 7, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | FDSN-West, Sportsnet East |
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