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

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Podcast: [Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-nhl-daily-podcast-on-the-national-hockey-league-494711)
Published: 2026-05-07T05:41:21+00:00
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## Resource

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.

## 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

## Topics

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

## 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.

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