Sabres and Canadiens Set for Decisive Game Seven in Buffalo
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BUFFALO, N.Y. On Monday night the Buffalo Sabres will host Game 7 of the second-round NHL playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens at 7:30 p.m. EDT in Buffalo, after Montreal’s 8-3 victory in Game 6 extended the series to a winner-take-all contest and set the decisive matchup in Buffalo.
The series winner will advance to face the rested Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals beginning Thursday; Sabres coach Lindy Ruff highlighted Buffalo’s 2-4 home postseason record, while Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis said he wants his team to ‘bounce forward’ following Saturday’s 8-3 result as both clubs prepare for the pivotal Monday night game.
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Timeline
- 1. Saturday: Montreal won Game 6 against Buffalo by an 8-3 score.
- 2. Sunday: Coaches Lindy Ruff and Martin St. Louis offered public comments about momentum before Game 7.
- 3. Monday, May 18: Decisive Game 7 scheduled in Buffalo at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
- 4. Thursday, May 21: Eastern Conference finals opener scheduled, with Carolina awaiting the series winner.
- 5. After Game 7: The advancing team will travel to Carolina to begin the next series.
Why it matters
This decisive Game 7 is a big deal for hockey fans, especially those rooting for the Sabres or Canadiens. It's a chance to see your team fight for a spot in the Eastern Conference finals. If you're a Carolina Hurricanes fan, you'll get a glimpse of your next opponent.
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