Canadiens vs. Sabres recap: A game of hockey was played

The Montreal Canadiens wrapped up the Atlantic Division title in their previous game, riding a five-game winning streak — and an 8-2-1 record since mid-March — to accomplish that feat before the end of the season. As a result, the Habs had nothing to play for in their final three games.

And it showed.

Playing a team that had been eliminated from post-season contention for a sixth consecutive year, neither side was particularly interested in the Wednesday-night matchup.

One lacklustre play by Habs saw the puck turned over in their zone while the Sabres were changing, leading to the game’s opening goal from Rasmus Ristolainen.