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Canadiens vs. Sabres: Game preview, start time, Tale of the Tape, and how to watch

How to watch Game 6: Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres Start time: **6:30 PM EDT / 3:30 PM PDT**In the Canadiens region: TSN2 (English), RDS (French)In the Sabres region: MSG BuffaloStreaming: ESPN+, RDS, TSN+ The Buffalo Sabres had a favourable…

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Canadiens vs. Sabres: Game preview, start time, Tale of the Tape, and how to watch
Key Things to Know
  • The Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres face off for the first time since their Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup.
  • Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin was injured against Florida and is unlikely to play, according to Lindy Ruff.
  • Buffalo holds a 3-3-0 record, while Montreal enters the contest with a 2-2-1 record.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Montreal Canadiens face the Buffalo Sabres in their first matchup since Game 7 of last season's Eastern Conference Semifinals. Both Atlantic Division clubs have experienced slow offensive and defensive starts, with Buffalo holding a 3-3-0 record and Montreal sitting at 2-2-1 entering the game.

Buffalo will likely be without top defenseman Rasmus Dahlin after he suffered an injury against the Florida Panthers, according to head coach Lindy Ruff. Meanwhile, Montreal's defense has shown improvement following the return of Kaiden Guhle, despite both teams ranking near the bottom in goals allowed per game.

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