Montréal Canadiens (MTL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Montréal Canadiens magic number right now?
The Montréal Canadiens magic number is currently 148. Any combination of Montréal Canadiens points and losses by the team chasing them that adds up to 148 clinches a playoff spot.
What is the Montréal Canadiens tragic number?
The Montréal Canadiens tragic number is 149. When it hits 0 the team is mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. It shrinks when the Montréal Canadiens lose or when the team chasing them gains ground.
What are the Montréal Canadiens playoff odds?
Based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule, the Montréal Canadiens make the playoffs in about 52.1% of outcomes.
What is a magic number in hockey?
A magic number is the combined total of points a team must earn (and its closest chaser must fail to earn) to guarantee a playoff spot. In the NHL it counts standings points, since wins are worth 2 points and overtime losses 1.
When did the Montréal Canadiens last make the playoffs?
The Montréal Canadiens last made the NHL playoffs in 2025-26 — the most recently completed season.
When did the Montréal Canadiens last win the Stanley Cup?
The Montréal Canadiens have won 24 Stanley Cup titles, most recently in 1992-93.
How often are these numbers updated?
Standings and magic numbers on Sports Magic Numbers refresh throughout the day and after every NHL game, so the numbers here reflect the live playoff race.