After road losses to the Maple Leafs and Senators in their last two games, the Canadiens return home where they should break out against the hapless Blackhawks.

Chicago has the second-worst defense in the NHL. The Blackhawks aren't selling out defensively without any playoff hopes. They've allowed four or more goals in 11 of their last 15 games.

Montreal ranks 25th defensively. The Blackhawks are averaging 3.2 goals during their last 10 games.