Canadiens Outgun Hurricanes in Wild Road Win to Extend Streak
If you’re looking for a game that had just about everything, the Canadiens’ 7–5 win over the Hurricanes in Carolina fits the bill perfectly. It was fast, chaotic, and full of momentum swings, and by the end of the night, Montreal walked away with a result that hasn’t come easily in this building for nearly a decade.
The Canadiens extended their point streak to seven games by pulling off this high-scoring victory at Lenovo Center, marking their first win in Carolina since 2016. That long drought was finally snapped in a game where composure was tested repeatedly, but Montreal found answers every time the Hurricanes pushed back.
Also Read:- Brentford Hold Spurs as Thomas Frank Faces Mixed Emotions on Gtech Return
- Lachie Neale Steps Away From Lions Captaincy Amid Personal Turmoil
Montreal came out flying and wasted no time setting the tone. An early lead was established when Nick Suzuki opened the scoring, and moments later the advantage was doubled as Oliver Kapanen finished off a quick strike that caught Carolina off guard. However, it was clear early on that this would not be a quiet night. Carolina responded with urgency, and before the first period ended, the Hurricanes had flipped the script and surged ahead behind strong offensive pressure.
Sebastian Aho was everywhere for Carolina, tying his career high with five points. His skill and vision were on full display, and it felt like every Hurricanes comeback attempt ran through him. Power-play goals and net-front scrambles helped Carolina build a 4–2 lead early in the second period, and at that point, Montreal was clearly being tested.
What stood out next was how calmly the Canadiens responded. The game was brought back within reach through steady pressure and smart puck movement, and when Cole Caufield buried his 20th goal of the season to tie it, the momentum swung again. Just seconds later, Montreal jumped back in front, and suddenly Carolina was chasing the game once more.
The third period belonged to Montreal’s confidence. Juraj Slafkovsky extended the lead with a powerful end-to-end rush, a moment that seemed to drain the Hurricanes’ energy. Carolina made one last push with the goalie pulled, and Aho struck again to make it interesting late, but the comeback was sealed when Lane Hutson fired the puck into the empty net.
By the final horn, the Canadiens had secured a statement road win, improving their already impressive road trip and reinforcing the belief growing around this team. In a building that has haunted them for years, Montreal stayed composed, stayed aggressive, and proved that this point streak is no accident.
Read More:
0 Comments