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Sabres and Canadiens Set for Decisive Game Seven in Buffalo

PUBLISHED May 17, 2026, 4:22 PM ET

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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.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Saturday: Montreal won Game 6 against Buffalo by an 8-3 score.
Sunday: Coaches Lindy Ruff and Martin St. Louis offered public comments about momentum before Game 7.
Monday, May 18: Decisive Game 7 scheduled in Buffalo at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
Thursday, May 21: Eastern Conference finals opener scheduled, with Carolina awaiting the series winner.
After Game 7: The advancing team will travel to Carolina to begin the next series.

News Intelligence

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.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 11

Who Benefited

The Carolina Hurricanes benefited from extra rest and clarity on their Eastern Conference finals opponent, gaining preparation time ahead of the next series opener.

Who Impacted

The Montreal Canadiens suffered a lopsided 8-3 Game 6 loss and the Buffalo Sabres suffered continued inconsistency at home, combining to create pressure ahead of Game 7.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 11
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

The Carolina Hurricanes benefited from extra rest and clarity on their Eastern Conference finals opponent, gaining preparation time ahead of the next series opener.

Who Impacted

The Montreal Canadiens suffered a lopsided 8-3 Game 6 loss and the Buffalo Sabres suffered continued inconsistency at home, combining to create pressure ahead of Game 7.