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By The Canadian Press

Montreal Canadiens seek to bounce back in Buffalo, series with Sabres tied 2-2

May 14, 2026 | 3:00 AM

BUFFALO —

The Montreal Canadiens pursue a road win in Buffalo on Thursday to regain the lead in their second-round NHL playoff series against the Sabres.

The series is tied 2-2 after Montreal dropped a 3-2 decision to Buffalo at the Bell Centre in Game 4.

After losing the series opener 4-2 in Buffalo, Montreal recovered with 5-1 and 6-2 victories.

The Canadiens were among the best teams on the road this season.

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Montreal tied with four other teams at 24 wins in enemy arenas, which ranked second only to the Colorado Avalanche at 29.

Teams that take a 3-2 lead in a best-of-seven series have historically had a winning percentage of almost 80 per cent, according to NHL statisticians.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2026.

The Canadian Press

by The Canadian Press

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