Sabres vs. Canadiens odds, prediction, time: 2026 NHL playoff picks, Game 2 best bets from proven model

The Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens are set to face off in Game 2 of their 2026 Stanley Cup playoff series on Friday. SportsLine's predictive model has released its picks and best bets for the matchup. The game represents an early-round playoff meeting between the two Original Six-era franchises in the 2026 NHL postseason.