Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres will face off in a highly anticipated matchup, with each team looking to improve on their current standings in the Atlantic Division. The Canadiens have earned a 6-3 record, with their most recent match resulting in an impressive 3-2 victory. Meanwhile, the Sabres have 2-3 record but won their last game 3-1 and are just one game below .500 for the season. Bettors have made the Sabres a -180 favorite for the upcoming match, with the line remaining static. This should make for an exciting game, as both teams aim to improve their standings.

Game Info

When: Monday, 10/23/2023 @ 7:00pm EST

Where: KeyBank Center Stadium Canadiens vs Sabres Betting Odds Moneyline: Canadiens +155 | Sabres -180

Spread: Canadiens +1.5 (-157) | Sabres -1.5 (+135)

Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Buffalo will win straight-up is 64%.

Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens have gotten off to a promising start this season. The offense has been finding the back of the net with ease, averaging 3.25 goals per game, led by Cole Caufield and Sean Monahan who have combined for five goals and four assists. Other players stepping up on the top line have been Alex Newhook, Nick Suzuki, and Tanner Pearson, who have combined for five goals and four assists. The defensive unit is a different story however, allowing an average of 3.50 goals against per game with seven goals allowed in their last two games. Their defensive power ranking is at 30 and goaltending by Jake Allen has been shaky, with a .907 save percentage and 3.34 goals-against average. The Canadiens currently sit at .2-1-1 for the season and have a ranking of 13 in offense and 26 in the league overall.