Canadiens Dominate Sabres 6–2 in Game 3 as Series Momentum Shifts
The momentum in this second-round series has just taken a sharp turn and Montreal is the team now firmly controlling the narrative after a commanding 6–2 statement win over Buffalo in Game 3.
What began as an early setback for the Canadiens, conceding just minutes into the game, quickly transformed into a showcase of speed, skill and opportunistic finishing. Montreal didn’t panic. Instead, they responded with wave after wave of pressure that slowly broke the Sabres down both mentally and structurally.
Alex Newhook emerged as a decisive force with a pair of goals, setting the tone for Montreal’s attacking confidence. Cole Caufield, after a frustrating stretch and a couple of missed chances, finally found his moment and buried a crucial power play goal that helped swing momentum fully in Montreal’s direction. It wasn’t just about scoring, it was about timing and Montreal delivered when it mattered most.
On the blue line, Lane Hutson continued to look like a player operating at a completely different speed. His vision, puck control and ability to dismantle defensive structures created constant danger. One of his sequences directly led to a key finish, reinforcing just how central he has become to Montreal’s offensive identity in this playoff run.
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Buffalo did show flashes, including a goal from Tage Thompson, but their rhythm was repeatedly disrupted by discipline issues and defensive breakdowns. A costly penalty that led to a power play goal for Montreal proved to be one of several turning points, as the Sabres struggled to match Montreal’s pace and composure.
The game also carried a physical edge, with crease traffic and heavy contact becoming a recurring theme. Montreal goaltender Jakub Dobeš absorbed pressure late but had enough support in front of him as the Canadiens pulled away in the third period to seal a convincing win.
Now, with a 2–1 series lead, Montreal shifts the pressure squarely onto Buffalo. The Sabres are not just trailing on the scoreboard, they are chasing answers, particularly against Montreal’s increasingly dangerous power play and rising offensive confidence.
Game 4 looms large and the question is no longer whether Montreal can compete in this series, but whether Buffalo can respond before it slips further away.
Stay tuned, because this playoff battle is only intensifying and every shift from here could reshape the entire series.
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