NHL Playoffs: Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens Picks – Game 2 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 8)
- When: Friday, May 8, 2026. 7:00 PM ET
- Where: KeyBank Center, Buffalo
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens Preview
The Buffalo Sabres will be aiming to move into a 2-0 series advantage in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on May 8 when they play host to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 2. Find the odds and our picks for this vital matchup here.
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Buffalo Sabres Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 50-23-9
- Home Record: 26-10-5
- Road Record: 24-13-4
It has already been a memorable campaign for the Buffalo Sabres, but Lindy Ruff will have genuine hopes of a charge toward Stanley Cup glory in 2026. The Sabres seized control of this second round series on Wednesday, as Buffalo landed a dominant 4-2 win.
They scored twice in each of the opening two periods, with Jordan Greenway, Josh Doan, Ryan McLeod, and Bowen Byram scoring the goals.
Montreal Canadiens Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 48-24-10
- Home Record: 24-15-2
- Road Record: 24-9-8
The Montreal Canadiens will once again have the odds against them in the Stanley Cup playoffs. However, they made a mockery of being massive outsiders in the previous round after edging past the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games.
But, the Canadiens will need to be better defensively in Game 2 against the Sabres, as they gave up far too many chances at the KeyBank Center on Wednesday. Nick Suzuki was once again the standout offensive player for the Habs, scoring in the defeat.
Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens Picks
The Sabres have been dominant offensively throughout the playoffs, and their reliability at the KeyBank Center ensures that they will be a standout selection in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday.
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