Final Score: Canadiens 6 - Sabres 3
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
54-39 Rating 1543
Form: WLWWL
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.6
Sabres
56-36 Rating 1558
Form: WWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Sabres
All-time wins 155 157
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.1 3.0
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Sabres
Games played 93 92
Avg goals scored 3.4 3.5
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.9
Win percentage 58% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 60% 61%