The Montreal Canadiens secured a crucial 3-2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres in a heated NHL matchup on May 18, 2026. The win marked a significant turning point in the Canadiens' playoff push, as they now trail the series 3-2. With the Sabres dominating the first period, the Canadiens staged a remarkable comeback, scoring three unanswered goals to take the lead. The win has reignited hopes of a Canadiens comeback in the series, but they will need to win the final game to force a deciding Game 7.
Canadiens 3-2 Sabres (May 18, 2026) Game Recap ESPN
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