Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Buffalo Sabres will look to end their three-game road losing streak when they take on the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday night at Bell Centre. The Sabres, currently standing at 11-16-4, are coming off a 5-3 loss to Toronto, while the Canadiens, with a record of 6-3, are also looking to rebound from a 4-2 loss to Winnipeg. Montreal holds a 6-4-0 record in their last 10 games against Buffalo. The Sabres are the betting favorite opening at -125 with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Atlantic Division matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Sabres -125 | Canadiens +111

Spread: Sabres -1.5 (+200) | Canadiens +1.5 (-240)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Buffalo will win straight-up is 56%.

Buffalo Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have been struggling with a 10-game losing streak heading into their next game, where they aim to end this streak and improve their standing in the Atlantic Division. They have been averaging 2.94 goals per game, with key players like Alex Touch, Tage Thompson, and Jason Zucker leading in points. Despite a recent loss to the Maple Leafs, Jack Quinn, Touch, and Thompson made notable contributions. The team has been facing defensive challenges, allowing an average of 3.32 goals per game. Goalie Devon Levi has been making solid saves but will need to improve for the team to secure a win. Despite their struggles, the Sabres are ranked 21st in offense, 26th in defense, and hold a record of 4-4 this season.