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Why there are so many Canadiens fans in Buffalo for Sabres playoff game
TL;DR
Buffalo is hosting a playoff game, attracting many Canadiens fans despite the Sabres being the home team. This marks the Sabres' first playoff appearance in 15 years and their first trip to the second round in 19 years.
Key points
- Buffalo Sabres are in the playoffs for the first time in 15 years
- Canadiens fans are present at the game despite being the away team
- This is the Sabres' first trip to the second round in 19 years
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Why there are so many Canadiens fans in Buffalo for Sabres playoff game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
BUFFALO, N.Y. — There's a lot of red in the KeyBank Center on Wednesday night.
The Buffalo Sabres are home, and they're energizing the city in their first playoff appearance in 15 years -- and first trip to the second round in 19 years. But despite that, there are plenty of Montreal Canadiens fans at Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series.
The in-arena cameras will certainly avoid highlighting them, but if the Canadiens do positive things during this game, the TV broadcasts will surely show some happy folks in their red, white and blue of the Canadiens.
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Why are there so many Canadiens fans in Buffalo?
This is simply what they do.
When the Canadiens are playing, their fanbase is there.
It's so notable that Sabres fans almost immediately took to social media when they knew the opponent and encouraged people to try not to sell to folks from Montreal.
Q&A
Why are Canadiens fans attending the Sabres playoff game in Buffalo?
Canadiens fans are attending the Sabres playoff game due to geographical proximity and a shared interest in playoff hockey.
When was the last time the Sabres made the playoffs before this year?
The Sabres last made the playoffs 15 years ago, marking a significant moment for the franchise.
What is the significance of the Sabres reaching the second round of the playoffs?
Reaching the second round of the playoffs is significant for the Sabres as it is their first time in 19 years, highlighting a resurgence for the team.
