Final Score: Canadiens 2 - Sabres 4
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
52-37 Rating 1542
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.6
Sabres
54-34 Rating 1558
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Sabres
All-time wins 153 155
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.1 3.0
Last meeting 4 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Sabres
Games played 89 88
Avg goals scored 3.4 3.5
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.9
Win percentage 58% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 60% 61%