Canadiens vs. Sabres Game 7 prediction: NHL picks, best bets, odds for Monday night
The Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres are set to face off in a crucial Game 7 of the NHL playoffs. Both teams have experienced ups and downs throughout the series, with goaltending being a significant factor for each side. As they prepare for this decisive match, the Canadiens may have a slight edge due to their recent Game 7 experience.
- ▪The Canadiens and Sabres have had a series marked by uneven scoring, with only one game decided by a single goal.
- ▪Buffalo's goaltending situation has been tumultuous, with Alex Lyon and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen alternating starts.
- ▪Montreal's Jakub Dobes has struggled with consistency, leading to uncertainty in goal for Game 7.
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Betting Canadiens vs. Sabres Game 7 prediction: NHL picks, best bets, odds for Monday night By Michael Leboff Published May 18, 2026, 3:00 p.m. ET Tage Thompson of the Buffalo Sabres engages with Montreal's Mike Matheson. Getty Images See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. The Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres will meet in a do-or-die Game 7 on Monday night in Western New York. Most of the time, series that go the distance in the Stanley Cup playoffs follow a familiar script.
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