NHL: Canadiens vs. Lightning Game 5 Picks and Odds | April 29, 2026
Written by: Nick Zanghi
Published: Wed Apr 29, 2026, 8:00 am ET
Read Time: 4 minutes
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We're all tied up at two games apiece and now have a three-game series on our hands. The Montreal Canadiens will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning for Game 5 tonight. Tampa took a huge Game 4 in Montreal to even things up.
Last game was a tight one with no scoring in the first period. In the second, the Canadiens struck halfway through the period with a goal from Zach Bolduc. About three and a half minutes later, Cole Caufield scored a power play goal to make it 2-0 Montreal.
With less than a minute left, the Lightning were able to get a goal from Jake Guentzel to make it 2-1. Tampa came into the third period hot, and Brandon Hagel scored a power play goal right away to tie the game.
Took until the fifteen-minute mark for the tie to be broken. Lightning forward Brandon Hagel netted his second of the game to give them a 3-2 lead. From there, that iced the game and tied the series at two.
For the Habs, we're expected to see Jakub Dobes again. He's started every game this series going 2-2 so far with 2.75 GAA and a .879 save percentage. This is a huge game to steal and go back home with the series lead if they can pull it off.
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Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh dumps the puck into the zone with Canadiens defenseman Mike Matherson in front of him.
Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Odds and Game Information
Canadiens vs. Lightning Betting Odds – April 29
| Team | Puck Line | Moneyline | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montreal Canadiens | +1.5 (-175) | +145 | Over 5.5 (-120) |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | -1.5 (+145) | -170 | Under 5.5 (+100) |
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Canadiens vs. Lightning Game Information
- Venue: Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
- Date: Wednesday April 29, 2026
- Puck Drop: 7 p.m. EST
- TV: The Spot, Sportsnet, CBC, TVAS
Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Picks and Prediction
Lightning forward Brandon Hagel celebrates after they score a goal on Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes.
Canadiens vs. Lightning Game 5 Picks and Predictions: Game Total Over 5.5 Goals (-120) Get a $1,250 deposit bonus & 50 Slot Spins when you sign up with Lucky Rebel
I think we get a barn burner again. Montreal has played well in Tampa, and I think we see another high scoring game. We're taking the over 5.5 goals tonight and we're getting good value because the last game ended on 5.
Both teams are going to come out screaming and laying on the office. Should be a great game for shots on goal player props as well. This is now a three-game series and after playing four straight games against each other, they now know each other well.
Last game was very low offense and not many shots. Montreal didn't even have 20 shots on goal last game and that can't happen again. Enough of playing the safe game and time to pour it on and put pucks on net. Tampa will already look comfy at home so the offense should be there.
I like for Nikita Kucherov to have a big game. He missed his shots line in both games in Montreal but hit in both at home so we're going back to it. Give me him for 4 or more shots on goal as well as his 2 or more points in the game. Kuch finally hit the line again last game.
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Nick Zanghi
Nick Zanghi is an avid hockey fan who loves to bet on the NHL Props. He has also found a liking for the WNBA. Born and raised on LI, NZ is a lifelong Islanders #isles fan and a new NY Liberty fan #LIGHTITUPNYL. When not watching or attending sporting events, he enjoys grilling and time with his wife and kids.
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