MONTREAL -- It's so close we can taste it.

The Montreal Canadiens are in the Stanley Cup finals and the 1993 vibes are coursing through the city's veins. The best-of-seven series begins Monday night south of the border, with the Habs facing off with the Tampa Bay Lighting at 8 p.m. ET at the Amalie Arena. 

Follow the game on our live blog below. 

Update: The Habs lost 5-1 against the Lightning. Join us for Game 2 on Wednesday. 

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