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NHL Playoffs: Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres Picks – Game 6 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 16)
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- When: Saturday, May 16, 2026. 8:00 PM ET
- Where: Centre Bell, Montreal
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres Preview
The only matchup yet to be decided in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs could reach its conclusion at Centre Bell on May 16, as the Buffalo Sabres face a must-win trip to Canada in Game 6 against the Montreal Canadiens.
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Montreal Canadiens Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 49-24-10
- Home Record: 24-15-2
- Road Record: 25-9-8
The momentum is with the Montreal Canadiens ahead of Game 6 in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Montreal stormed to a 3-2 series advantage on Thursday evening, delivering what could have been a fatal blow in Buffalo.
The Habs offense was in excellent form, scoring twice in the opening period, before three further goals were added in the second frame. Nick Suzuki and Ivan Demidov both scored goals, while Lane Hutson, Juraj Slakvoksky, and Phillip Danault all ended the night with assists.
Buffalo Sabres Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 50-24-9
- Home Record: 26-11-5
- Road Record: 24-13-4
Saturday’s clash in Canada will be a must-win encounter for the Buffalo Sabres, as they will crash out of the playoffs if they are beaten in Montreal. The Sabres had been favored to progress in this series, but a home loss on Thursday leaves them on the brink of elimination.
The Sabres started the quicker of the two teams, scoring three times in the opening frame. However, their offense would struggle to make a telling impression in the following two periods. Jason Zucker, Josh Doan, and Konsta Helenius scored the goals in the loss.
Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres Picks
The Sabres have often struck back effectively following a setback, and they will have huge pressure on their shoulders this week. Due to their character, we could see the Sabres recording a victory to force a Game 7.
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