Games / NHL / Feb 18, 2027

Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Montreal Canadiens (11-3-4) visit the Detroit Red Wings (7-9-3) on Thursday, February 18, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. TV: DSN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens.

NHLThursday, February 18, 2027

Montreal Canadiens11-3-4

7:00 PM ETFeb 18, 2027

Detroit Red Wings7-9-3

DateFeb 18, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TVDSN

Team comparison

Montreal CanadiensDetroit Red Wings

Goals per game

3.4

2.7

Goals allowed per game

3.1

11-3-4Record7-9-3

2nd in Atlantic DivisionStanding8th in Atlantic Division

6-2Road record / home record4-6

LWWLWLast 5LLLLW

L1StreakL4

Team stats

Montreal CanadiensDetroit Red Wings

Goals Against Average

3.06

3.00

Shots Against per Game

28.1

25.8

Penalty Kill Percentage

77.8

69.5

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.33

2.58

Shots per Game

27.7

28.9

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

14.8

21.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

208

168

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Montreal Canadiens

Ivan Demidov RW · Ankle - Fracture

Injured Reserve

Mike Matheson D · Lower Body

Out

Sam Montembeault G · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Bryce Pickford D · Undisclosed

Injured Reserve

Lucas Condotta LW · Undisclosed

Injured Reserve

Detroit Red Wings

Albert Johansson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Dylan Larkin C · Suspension

Injured Reserve

Simon Edvinsson D · Contract Dispute

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Montreal CanadiensLWWLW

Nov 10, 2026 · vs Minnesota WildL 1-2

Nov 7, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 4-2

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Utah MammothW 5-4

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Winnipeg JetsL 4-5

Oct 31, 2026 · vs Pittsburgh PenguinsW 5-4

Detroit Red WingsLLLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at St. Louis BluesL 2-3

Nov 7, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 0-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-2

Nov 3, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 2-4

Nov 2, 2026 · at Florida PanthersW 5-3

Season series

MTL leads series 1-0

Mar 28, 2027DET 0, MTL 0

Mar 20, 2027MTL 0, DET 0

Feb 18, 2027MTL 0, DET 0

Oct 10, 2026DET 0, MTL 1

Team pages

Montreal Canadiens
Schedule, roster and stats

Detroit Red Wings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings?

The game is on Thursday, February 18, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

How can I watch Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings?

TV: DSN.

What are the records of the Montreal Canadiens and Detroit Red Wings?

Montreal Canadiens: 11-3-4. Detroit Red Wings: 7-9-3.

Who is injured for Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings?

Listed out or doubtful: Montreal Canadiens: Ivan Demidov, Mike Matheson, Sam Montembeault, Bryce Pickford. Detroit Red Wings: Albert Johansson, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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