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Top 5 Games To Look Forward To In 2015 For Montreal Canadiens

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Top 5 Games To Look Forward To In 2015 For Montreal Canadiens

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2015 is in its first days, and 2014 ended on a high note for the Montreal Canadiens and their fans. The Habs have been near the top for much of this season, with promise of more success in the new year. Though every game is always a highly-anticipated event for fans, which five matchups are on the must-watch list?

5. February 3, vs. Buffalo Sabres

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5. February 3, vs. Buffalo Sabres

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The last two games against the Sabres were a home-and-away weekend which resulted in the Sabres emerging victorious both times. The rematch, at the Bell Centre, will be one to watch for the redemption factor.

4. April 11, vs. Toronto Maple Leafs

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4. April 11, vs. Toronto Maple Leafs

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The Canadiens and Maple Leafs have a heated rivalry. The season closers are usually reserved for these two teams. This year, the Habs spoiled Toronto's home opener with a win, and there's no doubt their last meetings will be an exciting, emotional battle.

3. February 8 vs. Boston Bruins

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3. February 8 vs. Boston Bruins

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The Habs have won three of their four meetings with the hated Bruins, and are seeking a season sweep of the series. Boston has struggled this season, something new for fans of both teams. Bragging rights are written all over this matchup.

2. January 6, vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

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2. January 6, vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

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Tampa Bay and Montreal have met just once this season thus far, a 7-1 loss for the Habs. These two teams are battling in the standings, and given last year's playoffs sweep of the Lightning, The Canadiens are looking to not only redeem themselves from the first game this season, but re-establish their dominance over the Bolts.

1. First Playoff Game of 2015

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1. First Playoff Game of 2015

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With their success so far this season and a fairly healthy team going into 2015, the Habs are in a top spot for playoffs and should make the postseason again this year. As any Canadiens fan knows, postseason excitement heightens the already intense support for this team. The first game of the playoffs, with all its promise, is the top game to look forward to in 2015.

Lissa Albert is a Montreal Canadiens writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow her on Twitter @LissaRantSports. “Like” her on Facebook and/or add her to your network on Google

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