‘The Sabres ran into two potent forces Tuesday. Montreal goaltender Cristobal Huet stopped 42 shots, including 33 over the final two periods. Montreal also boasts the best power play in the NHL, and it scored twice in the first period to help put the Sabres in a 3-1 hole. “The three quick goals stung us,” coach Lindy Ruff said. “It took us awhile to recover.”‘