Tage Thompson Explodes as Sabres Surge Past Canadiens in Statement Win
Good evening and this one had a little bit of everything in Buffalo tonight.
The Sabres and the Canadiens went head to head in a divisional matchup that felt bigger than just another regular season game and Buffalo made sure everyone noticed. The headline belongs to Tage Thompson, who delivered a massive performance and powered the Sabres to a 5–3 win over Montreal.
Thompson was everywhere. He scored three goals, added two assists and reached a major personal milestone along the way with the 200th goal of his NHL career. This was not just a hot night. This was a statement. Every time the Canadiens tried to settle into the game, Thompson found a way to tilt the ice back in Buffalo’s favor.
The game itself was tight early. Both teams traded momentum through the first two periods, with Montreal getting contributions from familiar faces like Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki. The Canadiens showed skill and confidence, especially on special teams and for stretches they looked like they could control the night.
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But the third period told a different story.
Just over five minutes in, Thompson struck with the go-ahead goal, snapping a quick shot that beat the goalie clean and sent the home crowd into full celebration mode. From there, Buffalo locked in. Thompson later sealed it with an empty-net goal to complete his hat trick, his ninth in the NHL and close the door on Montreal’s comeback hopes.
This win says a lot about where the Sabres are right now. Buffalo has now won 15 of its last 17 games and for the first time in years, this team looks like a real playoff contender. Their record and point total through this stage of the season are the best the franchise has seen in well over a decade and the confidence shows in how they play at home.
There was also emotion in the building beyond the scoreboard. The Sabres honored the 20th anniversary of their 2005–06 team, with alumni in attendance and Hall of Fame announcements that reminded fans of past glory. Nights like this connect Buffalo’s history with what feels like a promising future.
For Montreal, this was a frustrating loss. The Canadiens had been playing well coming in and while there were bright spots, defensive breakdowns and missed chances proved costly against a red-hot opponent.
As the season moves forward, Buffalo keeps building momentum and the rest of the league is paying attention. Montreal heads back on the road looking to regroup quickly.
That’s the story from Buffalo tonight. If you want more game breakdowns and NHL updates, make sure to stay with us and we’ll see you next time.
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