Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction NHL Picks 11/11/24

In this article, we will formulate a Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction for this NHL game on Monday, November 11th, at the KeyBank Center. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Canadiens’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Sabres’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Montreal

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Buffalo

-Recent betting trends in games played between Montreal and Buffalo

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Canadiens and Sabres.

Canadiens are Struggling

The Canadiens are really struggling heading into this game and they have lost six games in a row. On Saturday the Canadiens faced off against the Toronto Maple Leafs and it was an ugly game. The Canadiens scored only one goal total, and that led to the three-goal defeat. Brendan Gallagher scored in the second period but it wasn’t enough as they ended up losing. The defense limited their opponent to 27 shots on goal. The Canadiens are averaging 2.6 goals while their defense is giving up 4.07 goals per game. The offense is ranked 23rd in the league while the defense is ranked 32nd. The Canadiens will meet the Wild, Blue Jackets, Oilers, and Golden Knights after this game.

Sabres Are Hot

The Sabres are hot heading into this game and they have won three games in a row. On Saturday against the Calgary Flames, it wasn’t the prettiest game, but they were able to secure the 3-2 victory in a shootout. The Sabres jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period and then they held on for the rest of the game. Ukko-Pekka Lukkonen started in gaol and saved 24 of the 26 shots that he faced. 

The Sabres are averaging 3.27 goals while their defense is giving up 3.07 goals per game. The offense is ranked 13th in the league while the defense is ranked 11th. In this game, the Sabres need to get out to a fast start here.

Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction 

The Sabres are going to have no issue getting the job done in this game. The Canadiens are giving up 4.07 goals per game and their defense is going to really struggle here. The Sabres are averaging 3.27 goals per game and they are going to put on a show here with the offense. Look for the Sabres to score at least five goals, and they will cruise. Back the Sabres on the puck line to cash.