Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres Picks and Predictions

The NHL playoff series between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres continues on May 14, 2026, at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. This Game 5 is tied 2-2, with Buffalo predicted to edge Montreal 4-3 based on a 61.1% hit rate and 10.8% EV for Buffalo's 2-way market. Montreal's 38.9% hit rate and -9.9% EV indicate lower confidence. The Canadiens have a 69.3% powerplay success and 84.5% penalty kill, while Buffalo posts 20.5% powerplay and 80.7% penalty kill, impacting game dynamics. Broadcasts include TNT, CBC, TruTV, TVA Sports, Sportsnet, and HBO Max. Our picks and predictions reflect profitable trends, with a 61.1% hit rate in similar markets over the last 10 games. For comprehensive insights, visit our NHL picks page.