Canadiens @ Devils: Game Preview and How to Watch
Game Information
Montreal seeks redemption after an underwhelming performance as they travel to the Garden State. The game begins at 7:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM PST.
- In the Canadiens region: TSN2 (English), RDS (French)
- In the Devils region: MSGSN
- Streaming: ESPN+, TSN+
Recap of the Previous Game
All streaks eventually end, but Montreal surely wished for a better conclusion than their loss on Tuesday night. Hoping to extend their winning streak to five, the Canadiens instead delivered what many consider their weakest effort of the season, conceding three goals to the Philadelphia Flyers in the opening period.
The match was intended to rebuild Samuel Montembeault’s confidence and rhythm, but it began poorly. In the first six shots faced, he allowed three goals, leaving Montreal in an early hole. However, the goaltender soon found his form, stopping 35 of the next 36 attempts and keeping his team in contention.
Montreal’s Response
Once they found their stride, the Canadiens pressed forward. Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov led the charge, with strong support from Juraj Slafkovský, Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, and Kirby Dach. Their efforts turned the game around, giving Montreal the lead heading into the final period.
The Turning Point
That advantage proved fragile. The earlier struggles left no room for mistakes, and one unlucky moment let Nikita Grebenkin score his first NHL goal, tying the contest. The Flyers ultimately captured the extra point during the shootout.
“From three in six, Montembeault stopped 35 of the next 36, giving his team a real chance to seize momentum.”
Author’s Summary
Montreal rebounded midgame after a rough start against the Flyers but couldn’t hold on, falling in a shootout as they now aim to reset versus New Jersey.