Chicago Blackhawks vs Montréal Canadiens Head-to-Head

Canadiens built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 346 of 521 decided meetings (66%) (plus 105 ties). In the shootout era they are 12-17 against each other (41% Canadiens). 105 of their 655 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 81 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.6-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Canadiens' 11-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Blackhawks hold a 12-8 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1960s produced the deepest sample with 155 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1926, so the rivalry has spanned 99 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Canadiens won 4-1 on Dec 18, 2025. Through the 2020s Canadiens have led 6-5 between the teams.