Hockey

Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres Game 2: Start Time, Odds, and Live Stream Details

by
James Thornton
May 8, 2026

The tension is palpable as the Montreal Canadiens gear up to face the Buffalo Sabres in Game 2 of their second-round NHL playoff series. After a hard-fought Game 1 that saw the Sabres emerge victorious with a score of 4-2, the Canadiens are looking to even the series on the road.

Set for Friday, May 8, the puck drops at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. As anticipation builds for this crucial matchup, the odds are slightly in favor of the Sabres, who are favored by 1.5 goals.

Fans can catch the action on TNT, truTV, HBO, and Spor, with live streaming available through ESPN+. For those following closely, Yahoo Sports will provide updates throughout the game.

In terms of betting, the spread favors the Sabres at -1.5, while the moneyline stands at Buffalo Sabres -136 (55.2%) and Montreal Canadiens +114 (44.8%). The over/under for the game is set at 5.5, promising an exciting evening of playoff hockey.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.

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