Calgary Flames vs Montréal Canadiens Head-to-Head

Canadiens built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 58 of 91 decided meetings (64%) (plus 15 ties). In the shootout era they are 21-21 against each other (50% Canadiens). 15 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 11 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.1-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Canadiens' 7-goal win. The 1980s produced the deepest sample with 44 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1972, so the rivalry has spanned 54 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Canadiens won 4-1 on Jan 7, 2026.