NHL Predictions: Montreal Canadiens vs Philadelphia Flyers, April 14

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Philadelphia Flyeers hosting the Montreal Canadiens. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

NHL Predictions

Montreal Canadiens vs Philadelphia Flyers

Head-to-Head: Canadiens 0-2 Flyers

How to Watch: US TV: NBC Sports Philadelphia; ESPN+. Canada TV: TSN2; RDS.

Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

We open up NHL predictions with our featured game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Philadelphia Flyers. Jakub Dobes is the expected starter for the Canadiens but always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Habs have already clinched a Stanley Cup Playoff spot and have an 8-2 record in the last 10 games. Nick Suzuki surpassed the 100-point mark for the first time in his career.

Daniel Vladar is the probable starter for the Flyers, who are also back in the postseason. Philadelphia is 7-3 in its last 10 games and looking to get ready for its showdown with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Travis Konecny has 68 points to lead the team this season.

Both teams are in the postseason but still have seeding to play for. However, Montreal gets the win.

Prediction: Canadiens win 4-2.

Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders

Head-to-Head: Hurricanes 2-0 Islanders

How to Watch: US TV: MSGSN, Fan Duel Sports South; ESPN+. Canada TV: Sportsnet+.

Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

Our second game has the Carolina Hurricanes taking on the already eliminated New York Islanders. Frederik Andersen is the probable starter for Carolina, which is the top seed in the Eastern Conference. The Canes are 7-2-1 in their last 10 games but are coming off a loss to the Flyers last time out. Seth Jarvis is first on the team in goals with 32.

Ilya Sorokin is the likely starter for the Isles, who are just playing out the string. The Islanders blew a massive chance to make the postseason after a late-season swoon. Mathew Barzal is first on the team in points with 71, including 52 assists.

We may see some different lineup with the regular season already determined. However, Carolina should record the win.

Prediction: Hurricanes win 3-2.

Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Head-to-Head: Hurricanes 2-0 Islanders

How to Watch: US TV: ESPN, Monumental Sports Network; ESPN+. Canada TV: SN360

Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

The last game of this round of NHL predictions could be one of the final games for Alex Ovechkin as the Washington Capitals visit the Columbus Blue Jackets. Logan Thompson is the projected starter for the Caps, who are 7-3 in their previous 10 games. However, it’s too little too late for Washington. Ovechkin is currently sitting on a team-leading 32 goals.

Jet Greaves is slated to get the call for the Blue Jackets, who are 2-7-1 in their last 10 games. The coaching change to Rick Bowness gave Columbus some hope. However, a late-season dip cost the Blue Jackets a postseason spot. Adam Fantilli has four points in his last 10 games.

This could be one of the final times we see the Great Eight on the ice. Washington should get the win in this one.

Prediction: Capitals win 4-3.

Best Bets

We close out NHL predictions with some prop bets of the night. Let’s go back to our featured game for our preferred props. The over/under for the Habs and Flyers is 6.5, and we like the under in this game.

As far as individual props go, take Cole Caufield to add another goal to his tally for Montreal. On the Philadelphia side of things, take Trevor Zegras to get at least a point.

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