Alex Newhook's Overtime Heroics Send Canadiens Past Sabres in Game 7 Thriller

Alex Newhook delivered another unforgettable postseason moment, scoring his second Game 7-winning goal of this year’s playoffs to lift the Montreal Canadiens past the Buffalo Sabres in overtime on Monday night. The decisive tally capped a fiercely contested series, propelling Montreal to the next round as fans in the Bell Centre erupted in celebration.

Newhook’s goal not only clinched the series, but marked the second time this postseason he’s netted a Game 7 winner—a feat that underscores his growing reputation as a clutch performer on the biggest stage. The Canadiens and Sabres traded momentum throughout the game, with both teams generating quality scoring chances in regulation before Newhook broke through in the extra frame.

• Newhook has now scored two Game 7-winning goals in the 2026 playoffs
• Montreal advanced with a dramatic overtime finish
• The Canadiens’ victory eliminated the Sabres following a tightly contested series

Montreal’s resilience was on full display as the team weathered Buffalo’s surges and capitalized when it mattered most. The Canadiens’ defensive corps limited high-danger chances late in regulation, setting the stage for Newhook’s heroics in overtime.

The Sabres, who were seeking their first series win since 2023, matched Montreal’s intensity throughout, but ultimately came up short in the deciding game. With this win, the Canadiens continue their surprising postseason run, buoyed by Newhook’s emergence as a difference-maker in critical moments.