Montreal Canadiens Set to Face Buffalo Sabres in Next Playoff Round
Montreal Canadiens playoff preview: how they match up with the Buffalo Sabres See key strengths, lineup questions, and what could decide the next NHL series
The Montreal Canadiens advanced after a narrow firstround Stanley Cup playoff series win over the Tampa Bay Lightning and are now preparing to face the Buffalo Sabres.
The CBC video looks at how the two teams compare as the Canadiens move into the next stage of the NHL postseason on May 4, 2026.
The matchup comes after Montreal’s Game 7 victory, which sent the team into a new series and set up another test in the playoffs.