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On May 14, 2026, the Buffalo Sabres will host the Montreal Canadiens in what promises to be an exciting matchup in the NHL. Both teams enter this contest with a recent record of three wins in their last five matches, showcasing their competitive form as they vie for crucial points.
The Sabres have demonstrated a robust offensive capability in their recent outings, capitalizing on power play opportunities and maintaining a strong puck possession game. Their home advantage in Buffalo adds an additional layer of anticipation, as they look to leverage familiar ice conditions to secure a win.
Conversely, the Canadiens have also displayed resilience, particularly in tight games where defensive cohesion can often tip the balance. Their strategic play and quick transition game can pose challenges for the Sabres, especially if they manage to exploit any defensive gaps.
Bookmakers have placed the odds at 2.32 for a home win and 2.6 for an away victory, reflecting a competitive landscape. Our model indicates a 38.6% chance for a Sabres victory, a 24.2% probability for a draw, and a 38.4% likelihood of a Canadiens win. As both teams seek to solidify their playoff standings, fans can expect a hard-fought contest where tactical execution will be key.
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| Buffalo 40.7% |
Draw 23.1% |
Montreal 36.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of NHL Montreal Canadiens: 6.86% Buffalo Sabres: 5.25%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.33 | 4.09 | 2.6 | |
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2.35 | 4.05 | 2.6 | |
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2.39 | 4.21 | 2.67 | |
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2.25 | 4 | 2.5 | |
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2.34 | 4.12 | 2.58 |
Latest Results
| 12.05.26 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 2:3 10.05.26 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 6:2 08.05.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 1:5 06.05.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 4:2 01.05.26 Boston Bruins – Buffalo Sabres – 1:4 |
12.05.26 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 2:3 10.05.26 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 6:2 08.05.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 1:5 06.05.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 4:2 03.05.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Montreal Canadiens – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 12.05.26 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 2:3 10.05.26 Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres – 6:2 08.05.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 1:5 06.05.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 4:2 31.01.26 Buffalo Sabres – Montreal Canadiens – 2:4 |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
1/8-finals
| 1 | Colorado Avalanche (1) | Los Angeles Kings (8) | 4 : 0 |
| 2 | Dallas Stars (2) | Minnesota Wild (3) | 2 : 4 |
| 3 | Vegas Golden Knights (4) | Utah Mammoth (6) | 4 : 2 |
| 4 | Edmonton Oilers (5) | Anaheim Ducks (7) | 2 : 4 |
| 5 | Carolina Hurricanes (1) | Ottawa Senators (6) | 4 : 0 |
| 6 | Pittsburgh Penguins (7) | Philadelphia Flyers (8) | 2 : 4 |
| 7 | Buffalo Sabres (2) | Boston Bruins (5) | 4 : 2 |
| 8 | Tampa Bay Lightning (3) | Montreal Canadiens (4) | 3 : 4 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Colorado Avalanche (1) | Minnesota Wild (3) | 3 : 1 |
| 2 | Vegas Golden Knights (4) | Anaheim Ducks (7) | 3 : 2 |
| 3 | Carolina Hurricanes (1) | Philadelphia Flyers (8) | 4 : 0 |
| 4 | Buffalo Sabres (2) | Montreal Canadiens (4) | 2 : 2 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | Carolina Hurricanes (1) | TBD #4 |
Final
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 |
NHL Outrights
1. Colorado Avalanche: 2.4 (37.18%)
2. Carolina Hurricanes: 2.5 (35.7%)
3. Vegas Golden Knights: 9.5 (9.39%)
4. Montreal Canadiens: 13 (6.86%)
5. Buffalo Sabres: 17 (5.25%)
6. Anaheim Ducks: 26 (3.43%)
7. Minnesota Wild: 41 (2.18%)
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