As the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs heat up, the latest round of eliminations has shaken up the bracket. In a thrilling Game 7, the Montreal Canadiens stunned the Buffalo Sabres, sending shockwaves throughout the league. With their victory, the Canadiens have moved on to the next round, leaving the Sabres to pack up their gear and head home. But who will be the next to fall? Stay tuned to see how the latest developments impact the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs bracket and schedule.
Updated 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket, Schedule After Canadiens Eliminate Sabres in Game 7 Bleacher Report
![[Dreger] The Blues front office is changing with Kevin Maxwell and Peter Chiarelli leaving the club to pursue other opportunities. Chiarelli is a candidate in NSH interview process and Maxwell is expected to return to NYR in a management role.](https://preview.redd.it/8hs9m3tumlrg1.jpeg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=ce4550e1caea7b79f0c63dd506935cd41dc4d243)
