
Sabres Stave Off Elimination in Thrilling Game 7 Overtime Against Canadiens
A late surge by the Buffalo Sabres ties the series‑deciding game and sets up a showdown with the Hurricanes.
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A late surge by the Buffalo Sabres ties the series‑deciding game and sets up a showdown with the Hurricanes.

In a dramatic Game 7, the Buffalo Sabres rallied from a two‑goal hole to tie the contest, with Rasmus Dahlin’s 6:27 third‑period goal sending the game to overtime. The victory sets up a clash with the Carolina Hurricanes, who enter the series fresh after sweeping two rounds.

The Buffalo Sabres erased an early deficit to post an 8‑3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference semifinal, forcing a decisive Game 7 that will decide which team advances to face the Carolina Hurricanes for the conference championship and a shot at the Stanley Cup.
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The Buffalo Sabres rallied to an 8‑3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference semifinal, erasing a 3‑1 deficit and forcing a Game 7 against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Jakub Dobes overcame an early rough start to lead the Canadiens to a 6‑3 win, earning praise from teammates and coach as Montreal takes a series lead.

A rookie net‑minder weathered an early onslaught, turned the tide with a series of key saves, and helped Montreal seize a 6‑3 win that puts them ahead in the series.
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Montreal rallied to a 6‑3 victory in Buffalo, with Suzuki converting a power‑play chance just 10 seconds in and Evans adding a quick strike, while goaltender Jakub Dobes weathered early fireworks.

Mattias Samuelsson's bruised face and swollen lip couldn't stop him from delivering a pivotal goal and a dominant penalty kill, propelling the Sabres to a 3-2 win that evens the series.

With the Buffalo Sabres holding a narrow edge over the Montreal Canadiens in points, Game 4 promises a clash of elite talent, strategic adjustments and a glimpse into franchise history.