Sabres vs. Canadiens odds, prediction, time: 2026 NHL playoff picks, Game 3 best bets from proven model

The Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens are set to face off in Game 3 of their 2026 Stanley Cup playoff series on Sunday. SportsLine's predictive model has released its picks and best bets for the matchup. The series represents a postseason meeting between the two Original Six-era rivals in the 2026 NHL playoffs.