The Montreal Canadiens have won their first-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, with reports indicating they outlasted the Lightning 2-1 in Game 7. However, there is some conflicting information, as one outlet suggested the Lightning forced a Game 7, implying the series may not have been decided prior to that point. The outcome of the series appears to be in favor of the Canadiens, but details of the games leading up to the final outcome are unclear.