Montreal Canadiens rally past Buffalo Sabres in shootout victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 1:28 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres in a shootout on October 13, 2026, securing a 4-3 win. The game featured a notable performance from rookie Lane Hutson, who contributed significantly, including a powerplay goal that tied the game. Despite leading by two goals at one point, the Canadiens allowed the Sabres to equalize early in the third period. The deciding shootout showcased successful attempts from Cole Caufield, Alexandre Texier, and Zachary Bolduc, highlighting the importance of this win ahead of their next game against the Washington Capitals.
- •Canadiens outshot Sabres 38-17 during the game.
- •Caufield scored his third goal of the season early in the second period.
- •Hutson set up Josh Anderson’s goal, showcasing his playmaking abilities.
- •Sabres scored twice early in the third period to tie the game.
- •Canadiens converted all three shootout attempts to secure the win.
- 1:28 AMYahoo Sports — Canadiens Highlights: Hutson Leads Charge In Hard-Fought Win
"The Montreal Canadiens hosted the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night, a rematch of their tightly-contested playoff series last season. Given […]
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