Alex Newhook and Canadiens stun fans with ‘unbelievable’ OT win in Game 7

The Montreal Canadiens are heading to the NHL ‘s Eastern Conference Finals after Alex Newhook delivered another unforgettable Game 7 moment. Montreal defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in overtime on Monday night, with Newhook scoring the winner 11:22 into the extra period. Newhook’s overtime winner came after Buffalo defenseman Rasmus Dahlin tied the game in the third period.

Montreal quickly turned defense into attack after a Sabres turnover by Tage Thompson. Jake Evans pushed the puck up the right side before Newhook moved into position near the left faceoff circle. Using Dahlin as a screen, Newhook fired a heavy wrist shot that beat goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen under the glove and inside the far post.

The goal sparked a wild celebration as Montreal secured its first trip to the NHL semifinal round since 2021. MORE: Nick Suzuki slams Canadiens after ugly Game 6 collapse vs. Sabres The Canadiens later shared the game-winning clip on X and posted, “ALEX NEWHOOK.

THE GAME 7 HERO!!!!!! ” Fans quickly flooded social media with reactions after Newhook produced his second Game 7-winning goal of the postseason. Former NHL player Paul Bissonnette reacted by writing, “Alex Newhook back to back series game 7 hero.