Updated 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket, Schedule and Top Highlights from May 6

The final second-round matchup of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs started on Wednesday.

The Buffalo Sabres wrapped up a 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1, while the Anaheim Ducks and Vegas Golden Knights faced off in Game 2 of their series.

Here's a look at Wednesday's results and the upcoming playoff schedule.

Wednesday Round 2 Results, Schedule

Buffalo Sabres 4, Montreal Canadiens 2 (Sabres lead series 1-0)

Anaheim Ducks at Vegas Golden Knights, 9:30 p.m. ET (Golden Knights lead series 1-0)

Thursday Round 2 Schedule

Carolina Hurricanes at Philadelphia Flyers, 8 p.m. ET (Hurricanes lead series 2-0)

Wednesday Highlights

Sabres 4, Canadiens 2

The first period of the matchup was an eventful one, as Zach Benson connected with Josh Doan for a tap-in goal to give Buffalo a 1-0 lead.

The Sabres extended their advantage to 2-0 on a power play later in the first, as Benson picked up his second assist of the game on Ryan McLeod's goal.

Montreal got on the board with just under one minute remaining in the opening period after Nick Suzuki's short shot found the back of the net.

Buffalo pushed its lead to 3-1 in the second period, with Jordan Greenway shooting through a screen to score.

The Sabres took a 4-1 lead with Bowen Byram's goal roughly six minutes later, although the Canadiens responded with a goal from Kirby Dach.

Montreal wouldn't be able to get any closer for the rest of the game, as Buffalo kept its opponent scoreless in the third period to take a 1-0 series lead.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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