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Series Tied 2-2: Canadiens vs. Sabres Game 5 Tonight
14 May
Summary
- Sabres evened the series at 2-2 with a 3-2 Game 4 victory.
- Josh Doan has five assists in four games against Montreal.
- The Canadiens have won road games in previous playoff series.
The Eastern Conference Semifinals series between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres is now deadlocked at two games apiece. Buffalo managed to tie the series with a 3-2 victory in Montreal during Game 4, following two decisive wins by the Canadiens.
The focus now shifts to Game 5, with the Sabres aiming to take a 3-2 series lead on home ice. Josh Doan has emerged as a significant offensive contributor for the Sabres, accumulating five assists in just four games against Montreal and contributing to their power play.
Despite the Sabres' resurgence, the Canadiens have demonstrated their ability to perform on the road, having won critical games in Tampa Bay during the first round and previously in Buffalo. Goaltending could be a deciding factor, with Montreal expressing confidence in Jakub Dobes, while Buffalo has utilized multiple goaltenders.
