After dropping the first three games of the 2025-26 season, the Sabres are back on track with two consecutive victories.
They defeated the Senators, 8-4, and shut out the two-time reigning champion Panthers, 3-0. This momentum could carry over into another tough matchup Monday night.
Buffalo will cross the border and play the Montreal Canadiens on Prime Monday Night Hockey. The Canadiens are 4-2 having won four straight prior to Saturday’s loss to the Rangers.
Montreal allowed three goals in the third period, which ended its win streak amid its home stand. This upcoming game against Buffalo marks the last home game for the Canadiens until November.
The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch the Canadiens vs. Sabres today.
How to watch Canadiens vs. Sabres today
The Canadiens vs. Sabres matchup won’t be available on traditional TV broadcasts.
Fans looking to watch the action can tune in on Prime Monday Night Hockey.
Canadiens vs. Sabres start time
- Date: Monday, Oct. 20
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Puck drop for the Canadiens vs. Sabres game is at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, Oct. 20. The game will take place at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec.
Canadiens vs. Sabres radio station
Fans can tune into the Canadiens vs. Sabres matchup live on SiriusXM channel 220 (Canadiens).
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Canadiens 2025-26 schedule
Here are the Canadiens’ next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Oct. 20 | vs. Sabres | 7:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 22 | at Flames | 8:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 23 | at Oilers | 9 p.m. |
| Oct. 25 | at Canucks | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 28 | at Kraken | 10:30 p.m. |
Sabres 2025-26 schedule
Here are the Sabres’ next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Oct. 20 | at Canadiens | 7:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 22 | vs. Red Wings | 7:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 24 | vs. Maple Leafs | 7:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 25 | at Maple Leafs | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 28 | vs. Blue Jackets | 6:45 p.m. |
