Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens Live Stream: How to Watch NHL in Canada

Cole Caufield and the Montreal Canadiens will take the ice against Tage Thompson and the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night.

The Buffalo Sabres will travel to Montreal, Canada on Thursday night for a regular season NHL matchup with the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre. The Sabres are putting together a strong campaign at 27-17-5 and sit No. 4 in the Atlantic Division and firmly in the Eastern Conference playoff race. They are trending well as of late, going 3-1-1 over their last five games, including a 5-3 road win at Nashville keyed by Konsta Helenius’ first NHL goal and a two-goal night from Noah Ostlund. That blend of youth and structure keeps them dangerous.

How to Watch Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens:

Game Date: Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. ET

TV Channel: fubo Sports Niagara

Location: Bell Centre

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Offensively, Tage Thompson continues to drive Buffalo’s attack, leading the team with 50 points and pacing the team with 25 goals as their primary finisher down the middle. On the back end, Rasmus Dahlin anchors the defense, topping the club with 28 assists while logging heavy minutes. That one-two punch of elite shooting from Thompson and playmaking from Dahlin shapes Buffalo’s identity.

The Canadiens are also in a strong position in the Eastern Conference at 28-15-7, sitting No. 3 in the same division and just four points ahead of their opponent Thursday. They have won two straight heading into this game, including a dramatic 4-3 home victory over Minnesota on Cole Caufield’s late game-winner that capped a resilient performance. Their improving two-way play has been key to this push.

Nick Suzuki remains Montreal’s offensive hub, leading the team with 54 points as a center who impacts every situation. Cole Caufield paces the club with 24 goals, continuing to profile as their primary finisher and clutch threat. From the blue line, Lane Hutson drives puck movement and the power play, topping the team with 42 assists while adding secondary scoring.

What Time Is The NHL Game Between Buffalo vs Montreal On?

The Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens game will take place on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great professional hockey action.

What Channel Is The Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens Game On?

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