Buffalo Sabres vs Montréal Canadiens Head-to-Head

Sabres built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 104 of 208 decided meetings (50%) (plus 31 ties). In the shootout era they are 50-49 against each other (51% Sabres). 31 of their 338 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 35 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.2-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Canadiens' 9-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Canadiens hold a 12-8 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1990s produced the deepest sample with 78 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1970, so the rivalry has spanned 56 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Canadiens won 4-2 on Jan 31, 2026. Through the 2020s Canadiens have led 12-8 between the teams.