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The upcoming NHL matchup on May 8, 2026, features the Montreal Canadiens visiting the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. Buffalo leads the series 1-0 after a 4-2 victory on May 6. Buffalo boasts a strong home record with a 28-16 straight-up home performance and a 23-22 ATS home record, while Montreal holds a 26-19 away record and 30-16 ATS away. The Sabres have a higher power play percentage, while the Canadiens excel in penalty kill and 5-on-5 percentages. The game will air on TNT, CBC, TruTV, TVA Sports, Sportsnet, and HBO Max. Goalie starters and injury reports suggest likely lineups. Betting odds favor Buffalo at -140 moneyline, with a puck line of -1.5 and a total set at 6 points, indicating a moderately defensive game. These betting trends and game insights provide a data-driven perspective for the Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres contest.
![]() Philadelphia 47-4358% +144Bookmaker | |||||||
Buffalo 55-33-10% -128Bet105 | |||||||
![]() Anaheim 48-42- -102Heritage | |||||||
Minnesota 50-39-1- +114BetOnline |