In a thrilling start to their second-round playoff series, the Buffalo Sabres took down the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 in the opener, thanks in part to a revitalized power play. Goals from Jeff Skinner's linemates, Kyle Clifton Byram and Brett McLeod, were key in turning the tide of the game. The Sabres' power play had been struggling to find its footing in the previous round, but Byram and McLeod's tallies helped put the pressure on the Canadiens' penalty kill. With the win, Buffalo takes a crucial 1-0 lead in the series and will look to build on their momentum as the series shifts to Montreal for Game 2.
Byram, McLeod score to revive Sabres power play in 4-2 win over Montreal in 2nd round playoff opener Alton Telegraph
