Where to watch Canadiens-Sabres game 7 for free today without ESPN

The intensity is at an all-time high as the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres face off today for a decisive Game 7 in their NHL Playoff series. The puck drops at 6:30 p.m. CT, with the game broadcast on ESPN.

If you are looking to catch every second of the action without a traditional cable package, you have options. Fans can stream the game for free by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV or FuboTV. For those preferring a different route, Sling provides another cost-effective streaming alternative.

Canadiens Look to Reset

After a tough 8-3 loss in the previous outing, Montreal is hungry for a comeback. To keep their postseason run alive, the Canadiens will look to star forward Alex Newhook, who has been a force for the team with six goals so far in the playoffs.

Sabres Aim for the Upset

Buffalo is aiming to clinch the series victory today, relying on the high-level play of forward Tage Thompson. Thompson has been dominant throughout the postseason, tallying five goals and 10 assists. He heads into this game fresh off an impressive performance in the last matchup, where he racked up one goal and three assists.