Detroit Red Wings vs Montréal Canadiens Head-to-Head

Canadiens built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 300 of 524 decided meetings (57%) (plus 96 ties). In the shootout era they are 29-24 against each other (55% Canadiens). 96 of their 673 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 62 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.6-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Wings' 10-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Wings hold a 12-8 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1950s produced the deepest sample with 175 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1926, so the rivalry has spanned 100 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Wings won 3-1 on Mar 19, 2026. Through the 2020s Wings have led 12-8 between the teams.