Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens predictions, Jan 15, 2026

Jan 13, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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The Buffalo Sabres are set to face off against the Montreal Canadiens in what promises to be an exciting matchup on January 15, 2026. With both teams in good form as of late, the stage is set for a competitive battle on the ice.

The Sabres have won 3 of their last 5 matches, showcasing strong performances and solid teamwork. Their home advantage will likely play a factor in this game, as they look to capitalize on their recent success and continue their winning streak.

On the other hand, the Canadiens have also been impressive, winning 4 of their last 5 matches. Their momentum and skill on the ice make them a formidable opponent for the Sabres, especially on the road.

With bookmakers giving the Sabres a slight edge in this matchup, our model predicts a closely contested game with a possible final score of 3:2 in favor of the home team. However, in a sport as unpredictable as hockey, anything can happen on game day. This game is sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer sounds.

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Buffalo
43.5%		 Draw
22.7%		 Montreal
33.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Montreal Canadiens: 1.54% Buffalo Sabres: 1.29%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 2.24 4.27 2.87
Pinnacle 2.17 4.18 2.79

Latest Results

12.01.26 Buffalo Sabres – Florida Panthers – 3:4
10.01.26 Buffalo Sabres – Anaheim Ducks – 5:3
08.01.26 New York Rangers – Buffalo Sabres – 2:5
06.01.26 Buffalo Sabres – Vancouver Canucks – 5:3
03.01.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Buffalo Sabres – 5:1		 12.01.26 Montreal Canadiens – Vancouver Canucks – 6:3
10.01.26 Montreal Canadiens – Detroit Red Wings – 0:4
08.01.26 Montreal Canadiens – Florida Panthers – 6:2
07.01.26 Montreal Canadiens – Calgary Flames – 4:1
04.01.26 Dallas Stars – Montreal Canadiens – 3:4 OT

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 7 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Buffalo won 0.
  • Buffalo has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Montreal is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Recently, Montreal has had a series of home games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Buffalo won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 12 matches, and goals 61:66. (average 3.1:3.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Buffalo won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 30:33. (average 3:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.10.25 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 4:2
    03.03.25 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 4:3 OT
    01.03.25 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 2:4
    17.12.24 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 6:1
    11.11.24 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 5:7

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 45 30 3 8 4 182:103 74
    2 Dallas Stars 46 23 4 9 10 160:130 63
    3 Minnesota Wild 47 18 8 9 12 148:130 61
    4 Vegas Golden Knights 44 16 5 12 11 144:136 54
    5 Edmonton Oilers 46 18 5 7 16 156:153 53
    6 Seattle Kraken 44 15 6 8 15 123:128 50
    7 San Jose Sharks 45 12 11 3 19 143:162 49
    8 Los Angeles Kings 45 12 7 10 16 120:128 48
    9 Utah Mammoth 46 16 6 4 20 139:130 48
    10 Nashville Predators 45 15 6 4 20 125:148 46
    11 Anaheim Ducks 45 13 8 3 21 150:168 45
    12 Chicago Blackhawks 46 15 4 7 20 130:146 45
    13 Calgary Flames 45 15 4 4 22 116:135 42
    14 St. Louis Blues 46 17 0 8 21 114:161 42
    15 Winnipeg Jets 44 15 2 5 22 130:138 39
    16 Vancouver Canucks 45 10 6 5 24 124:164 37

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 46 19 9 4 14 158:139 60
    2 Detroit Red Wings 47 20 8 4 15 149:145 60
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 44 23 5 3 13 158:115 59
    4 Montreal Canadiens 46 17 9 6 14 157:151 58
    5 New York Islanders 45 16 9 5 15 134:125 55
    6 Toronto Maple Leafs 45 17 6 7 15 152:143 53
    7 Buffalo Sabres 44 18 6 4 16 143:138 52
    8 Philadelphia Flyers 44 15 7 8 14 133:132 52
    9 Boston Bruins 46 18 7 2 19 152:146 52
    10 Washington Capitals 46 21 2 6 17 150:133 52
    11 Pittsburgh Penguins 44 17 4 9 14 140:135 51
    12 Florida Panthers 45 21 3 3 18 139:145 51
    13 New Jersey Devils 46 16 7 2 21 123:143 48
    14 New York Rangers 47 13 7 6 21 122:139 46
    15 Ottawa Senators 44 15 5 5 19 141:148 45
    16 Columbus Blue Jackets 45 11 8 7 19 135:153 45

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.45 (23.94%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 7.75 (10.66%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 9 (9.18%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 9.25 (8.93%)

    5. Florida Panthers: 10.25 (8.06%)

    6. Edmonton Oilers: 11 (7.51%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 15 (5.51%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 22 (3.75%)

    9. Washington Capitals: 23 (3.59%)

    10. Los Angeles Kings: 41 (2.01%)

    11. Toronto Maple Leafs: 43.5 (1.9%)

    12. Montreal Canadiens: 53.5 (1.54%)

    13. New Jersey Devils: 61 (1.35%)

    14. Ottawa Senators: 64 (1.29%)

    15. Buffalo Sabres: 64 (1.29%)

    16. Detroit Red Wings: 69 (1.2%)

    17. New York Islanders: 78.5 (1.05%)

    18. Utah Mammoth: 78.5 (1.05%)

    19. Anaheim Ducks: 91 (0.91%)

    20. Philadelphia Flyers: 101 (0.82%)

    21. Pittsburgh Penguins: 101 (0.82%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 126 (0.66%)

    23. New York Rangers: 138.5 (0.6%)

    24. Columbus Blue Jackets: 201 (0.41%)

    25. Nashville Predators: 201 (0.41%)

    26. Boston Bruins: 251 (0.33%)

    27. Seattle Kraken: 326 (0.25%)

    28. Calgary Flames: 326 (0.25%)

    29. San Jose Sharks: 401 (0.21%)

    30. St. Louis Blues: 401 (0.21%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 501 (0.16%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 501 (0.16%)

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