Sabres vs. Canadiens live score, updates, highlights from Game 2 of NHL playoffs Eastern Conference semifinals

The Buffalo Sabres host the Montreal Canadiens in Game 2 of the NHL playoffs Eastern Conference semifinals on Friday, May 8, 2026, at KeyBank Center in Buffalo. The Sabres lead the best-of-seven series 1-0 after a 4-2 victory in Game 1 on Wednesday, with Josh Doan scoring an early goal to set the tone. A Sabres win would give them a commanding 2-0 lead before the series shifts to Montreal, while a Canadiens win would level the series.