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Montreal at Buffalo

May 8, 2026
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It's the third straight postseason road game for Montreal. They dropped Game 1 at Buffalo, 4-2, giving up two power-play goals. The Canadiens are averaging just 2.25 goals per game in the playoffs. Buffalo is fifth in the playoffs in goals scored (3.43 per game). The Sabers played Game 1 after having four days off since beating Boston in Game 6 last Friday, 4-1. The defense is second in the postseason, allowing 2.00 goals per game. They're also fourth in save percentage (.922), so back home ice. Play Buffalo.

1.5 units on Buffalo -126 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 2.69)
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