Canadiens push top line problem aside to bounce back vs. Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres 5-1 on Friday, May 9, 2026, to even the Eastern Conference semifinals at one game apiece. Alex Newhook scored twice, recording his first career multi-goal playoff game, while Nick Suzuki added an empty-net goal late. The series now shifts to Montreal for the next two games.