Episode

GAME NIGHT: Buffalo ROLLS Over Montreal Despite Shot Differential, Anaheim EVENS Series in Vegas

Podcast: Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League
Published: May 7, 2026
Duration seconds: 2310
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Summary

Buffalo secures a surprising victory over Montreal despite being outshot, while Anaheim manages to even their series against Vegas. The discussion also previews the physical matchup between the Hurricanes and Flyers.

Topics

NHL Playoffs
Buffalo Sabres
Montreal Canadiens
Anaheim Ducks
Vegas Golden Knights
Carolina Hurricanes
Philadelphia Flyers
Stanley Cup

Highlights

Main idea: Buffalo's victory over Montreal was driven by elite goaltending from Alex Lyons despite a massive shot deficit
Practical takeaway: Anaheim can sustain a series even with a struggling power play if their defensive structure and goaltending remain elite
Failure mode: Anaheim's defensive vulnerabilities could be exposed by high-octane offenses like Colorado or Minnesota
Main idea: The Hurricanes' depth of speed and physicality makes them a formidable opponent for the Flyers
Strategic tension: Philadelphia faces a potential goaltending dilemma if they must choose between Anderson and Bussey

Chapters

1:00 Series Update: Buffalo and Anaheim: An overview of the recent wins for Buffalo and Anaheim and the current state of the second round.
3:50 Buffalo vs. Montreal Analysis: Examining how Buffalo won despite Montreal dominating the shot differential, highlighting Alex Lyons' performance.
15:20 Anaheim's Resilience: A look at how the Ducks evened their series against Vegas despite a 0-for-5 power play performance.
18:20 Conference Finals Matchups: Evaluating the potential matchups between Anaheim, Vegas, Colorado, and Minnesota.
27:40 Preview: Hurricanes vs. Flyers: Analyzing the physical and speed-based dynamics of the upcoming game between Carolina and Philadelphia.
30:30 Philadelphia's Goaltending Dilemma: Discussing the potential for a goalie controversy in Philadelphia involving Anderson and Bussey.