This evening, the Montreal Canadiens will face off against the Buffalo Sabres in a high-stakes Game 7, with a shot at the Eastern Conference Finals up for grabs.
On Saturday, during a crucial Game 6, the Sabres fought hard to keep their playoff hopes alive, overcoming an early deficit to win decisively, 8-3, against the Canadiens. It was quite a turnaround, with the Sabres netting seven goals to showcase their resilience.
Rasmus Dahlin, a defenseman for the Sabres, shone brightly, contributing five points with one goal and four assists. His teammate, Tage Thompson, also played a key role, scoring a goal and adding three assists to the tally.
Here’s what you need to know about tonight’s matchup:
- When: May 18th at 7:30 PM ET
- Where: KeyBank Center, Buffalo, New York
- Channel: ESPN
- Streaming: DIRECTV (in a trial offer)
The victor of this game will move on to take on the undefeated Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2026 playoffs.
Start Time for Canadiens vs. Sabers Game 7
Game 7 is slated to kick off tonight, May 18th, at 7:30 PM ET.
Watching Canadiens vs. Sabers for Free
If you’re without cable, you can watch the game through various live TV streaming services. One of the best choices is DIRECTV, which offers a 5-day free trial for its MySports Genre Pack, including ESPN and several other channels relevant for the playoffs. After the trial, the subscription costs $44.99 per month for the first two months, unlocking more than 20 live sports channels.
If you’re not ready for a long-term commitment, you can consider a one-day pass from Sling Orange for $4.99, which provides 24-hour access to its offerings, including ESPN. Sling also features weekend and week-long passes for Orange, giving options for 3 to 7 days of access.
