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Game 5 of a tied series is sure to swing the momentum and atmosphere of a tough, seven-game brawl. For the Montreal Canadiens, they made the most of that opportunity and now have a chance to win Game 6 and head to the Conference Finals.
For the Canadiens, the key to that victory was an offensive explosion. Their 6 goals in Game 5 were tied for the most they've scored in any playoff game this season. The Canadiens also had six different players score in this contest.
The key factor for the Sabres is holding this Canadiens' offense at bay. The Sabres have held the Canadiens to an average of three goals across their two victories, but have allowed a total of 17 goals in their three losses.
After finishing No. 10 in goals allowed per game in the regular season, the Sabres will need to find that form once again should they hope to move to the Conference Finals.
The Canadiens last went to the Conference Finals in 2014. A win tonight would secure their first trip back in 12 years.
Here's what you need to know about Saturday's matchup between the Canadiens and Sabres, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Canadiens vs. Sabres on today?
Game 6 in the Canadiens vs. Sabres series will air on ABC. Fans can stream the game live on DIRECTV or fubo, which offer a free trial to new users, or via the ESPN app.
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Canadiens vs. Sabres start time
- Date: Saturday, May 16
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Game 6 of the NHL Playoffs series between the Canadiens and Sabres is set to begin at 8:00 p.m. ET from the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
These two foes last met in the playoffs in 1998, with the Sabres sweeping that series 4-0. The last time that that the Canadiens were able to topple the playoff Sabres was 1993, where the Canadiens won their most recent Stanley Cup. Now, just one game separates them from another win over Buffalo.
Canadiens vs. Sabres series schedule
Montreal leads series 3-2
| May 6 | Game 1: Sabres 4, Canadiens 2 | — | — |
| May 8 | Game 2: Canadiens 5, Sabres 1 | — | — |
| May 10 | Game 3: Canadiens 6, Sabres 2 | — | — |
| May 12 | Game 4: Sabres 3, Canadiens 2 | — | — |
| May 14 | Game 5: Canadiens 6, Sabres 3 | — | — |
| May 16 | Game 6 at Montreal | 8 p.m. | ABC, DIRECTV, fubo, ESPN app |
| May 18 | Game 7 at Buffalo* | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, DIRECTV, fubo, ESPN app |
* If necessary
NHL Playoffs bracket 2026
Click here for the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs bracket, updated live as series are completed.
NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs and offseason.
| First round begins | April 18 |
| NHL Draft Lottery | May 5 |
| NHL Scouting Combine at Buffalo | May 31-June 6 |
| Stanley Cup Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 21 |
| NHL Draft at Los Angeles | June 26-27 |
| Free agency begins | July 1 |
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