The January 31 game, often referred to in highlight recaps as the final regular-season meeting, saw Montreal rally in the final frame.
: Montreal’s Cole Caufield took over in the third, scoring twice—first on a redirection and then the game-winner at the back of the net. Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens - Video 1
Both teams have advanced to the following strong regular-season performances. Luukkonen makes 32 saves, Sabres hold off Canadiens The January 31 game, often referred to in
Cole Caufield scored two third-period goals to erase a Sabres lead. Luukkonen makes 32 saves, Sabres hold off Canadiens
: Juraj Slafkovsky opened the scoring for Montreal with a power-play goal at 11:20.
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