Top Six Minutes: Montreal Concedes East’s Top Spot to New Jersey
The Montreal Canadiens led by one goal with just a minute remaining but had to settle for a single point after the game ended in a tie.
Key Moments
- Kirby Dach scored the tying goal for the Canadiens.
- Jake Evans outskated Jack Hughes and sneaked in a goal to also tie the game for Montreal.
- A strong forecheck by Demidov and Kapanen set up Newhook’s shot on goal, which Oliver Kapanen finished, giving Montreal a 3-2 lead.
Notable Players
- Jake Evans impressed with his skillful play.
- Concerns remain as long as players avoid injuries.
- Not every arena matches the Bell Centre's energy and atmosphere.
Kirby Dach ties the game for the #Habs
Jake Evans outskates Jack Hughes and sneaks one in to tie the game for the #Habs
Great forecheck by Demidov and Kapanen, Newhook puts it on goal, and Oliver Kapanen finishes it. 3-2 #Habs
Author's summary: Montreal showed resilience with key plays by Evans and Kapanen but ultimately lost the East’s top spot to New Jersey after conceding late in the game.