The puck is set to drop on a pivotal Game 2 between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres this Friday night, and the stakes couldn't be higher. After a hard-fought 4-2 victory in Game 1, the Sabres are looking to double down on home ice. Buffalo's offense was firing on all cylinders, with goals from Josh Doan, Ryan McLeod, Jordan Greenway, and Bowen Byram. Meanwhile, the Canadiens are hungry to even the series and prove their regular-season split—where each team won two games—was no fluke.

The action heats up at 7 p.m. ET from KeyBank Center in Buffalo, with the Sabres entering as -136 favorites on the money line. That means a $136 bet on Buffalo would net you $100 if they win. For those keeping an eye on the total, the over/under is set at 5.5 goals, suggesting a tight, defensive battle could be in store.

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Whether you're backing the Sabres to build on their momentum or betting on the Canadiens to bounce back, this Game 2 clash promises plenty of intensity. For the full breakdown, including money line, puck line, over/under, and streaming details, check out the latest NHL odds and trends. And if you're new to betting, don't forget to explore the latest offers to get started.