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Montreal Canadiens beat Buffalo Sabres, and head to Eastern Conference Final as Jakub Dobes COMMANDS Game 7, Alex Newhook IGNITES Win
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- May 19, 2026
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- 1707
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Summary
Montreal Canadiens outlast Buffalo Sabres in a dramatic Game 7, fueled by Alex Newhook’s clutch heroics and Jakub Dobes’s standout goaltending. Did luck or grit drive the Habs to the Eastern Conference Final—and can they summon even more against the undefeated Carolina Hurricanes? Laura Saba breaks down Montreal’s rollercoaster series win, spotlighting Newhook’s emergence as a playoff difference-maker and Dobes’s resilience under heavy fire. Topics include the Canadiens’ struggles and lucky breaks, the ongoing search for roster clarity, and the vital need for the first line to rebound. Plus: matchup previews, Carolina’s defensive prowess, and the question on everyone’s mind—are the Canadiens contenders, or has fortune simply favored them up to now? Don’t miss this fast-paced, insightful Canadiens playoff analysis.