Buffalo Sabres Look to Exploit Montreal Canadiens' Weak Defense in Matchup at Home Ice

Game outlook

The Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres will face off with both teams struggling to start this season. The Canadiens possess the third-worst record in the Atlantic Division with an 11-15 record, while the Sabres possess the second-worst with an 11-14-2 record. Both teams hope to improve in the division and the game promises to be exciting. Buffalo is favored opening at -177 with the betting line not changing. With reliable NHL Predictions, this game is sure to provide great results.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Canadiens +150 | Sabres -177

Spread: Canadiens +1.5 (-160) | Sabres -1.5 (+136)

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 are having a challenging season, ranking 25th overall in the league standings. Their offense has been led by Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, and Sean Monahan, accumulating a combined 22 goals and 34 assists. However, the remainder of the offense has stumbled, not scoring more than six goals. The team's defense has also been unimpressive, allowing an average of 3.50 goals per game and providing little resistance to opposing defenses. Goaltender Cayden Primeau has a .886 save percentage and a 3.72 goals-against average. With an offensive average of 2.88 goals per game, Montreal is ranked 24th, while their 3.56 average of goals allowed places them 28th in defense. The team's record is 11-12-3.