Montreal Canadiens at Buffalo Sabres
Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens head-to-head
NHLregular • 2026-27 Season
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Key Players
Canadiens
Sam MontembeaultG
Jacob FowlerG
Jakub DobesG
Kirby DachC
Oliver KapanenC
Sabres
Alex LyonG
Ukko-Pekka LuukkonenG
Colten EllisG
Noah OstlundC
Ryan McLeodC
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Our model considers offensive and defensive efficiency, rest days, injury impact, and historical performance.
This game is being played at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY.