Buffalo and Montreal square off in game 7 of the second round
The Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens are set to face off in Game 7 of the NHL Playoffs' second round. Both teams have shown strong performances throughout the series, which is currently tied 3-3. The game will take place in Buffalo, New York, with significant implications for both teams' playoff aspirations.
- ▪The Sabres have a record of 50-23-9 overall and 23-10-5 against the Atlantic Division.
- ▪Tage Thompson leads the Sabres with 40 goals and 41 assists this season.
- ▪Cole Caufield has scored 51 goals and 37 assists for the Canadiens.
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