Devils Win in Overtime Against Canadiens
Jesper Bratt scored a breakaway goal 1:33 into overtime, leading the New Jersey Devils to a 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens at Prudential Center on Thursday. Bratt also assisted on a goal, while Jack Hughes provided two assists for the Devils, who remain undefeated at home this season (6-0-0).
Key Moments and Player Performances
Timo Meier scored with 1:07 left in the third period to tie the game before Bratt's overtime winner. Jacob Markstrom made 16 saves for New Jersey.
"I just tried to read the goalie's movement and felt like I came in with a lot of speed," Bratt said. "I felt pretty comfortable in that situation to try to make him believe I'd do one thing, and just try to read what the goalie was doing."
New Jersey became the first team to reach 10 wins this season. Meier commented,
"It's nice to get 10 wins, but we want to keep building our game. We know what we're trying to accomplish on a daily basis to get better and push each other. This game was a good game to learn from."
Canadiens' Efforts
Noah Dobson contributed two assists, and rookie goalie Jakub Dobes made 24 saves for Montreal, who entered the game having won their first five overtime games this season. Dobes had an impressive start to his season with a 1.97 goals-against average and a .930 save percentage.
The 24-year-old goalie became emotional after the game, taking responsibility for the loss.
Game Summary
- Final score: New Jersey Devils 4, Montreal Canadiens 3 (OT)
- Jesper Bratt - 1 goal, 1 assist
- Jack Hughes - 2 assists
- Timo Meier - game-tying goal in 3rd period
- Jacob Markstrom - 16 saves
- Jakub Dobes - 24 saves for Canadiens
Author’s summary: New Jersey Devils secured an overtime victory thanks to Jesper Bratt’s decisive goal, maintaining their perfect home record and marking their 10th win of the season.