Capitals Brace for Canadiens' Surge at Capital One Arena

As the Montreal Canadiens prepare to face off against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent performance trend. The Canadiens have been showing a robust form in their past games, with two wins and one overtime loss in their last three outings.

The Canadiens' scoring has been particularly impressive, with a total of 11 goals across these games. Their powerplay has contributed significantly, accounting for four of those goals. Even strength play remains a strong suit as well, with the team netting seven goals during regular play.

Defensively, Montreal's goaltending has been solid. In the most recent game against Winnipeg Jets, they made an impressive 30 saves on 32 shots. This level of performance will be crucial as they go up against a Capitals team that is known for its offensive prowess.

One area where Montreal could improve is penalties; they've spent more time than they'd like in the penalty box over these past games. Discipline will be key in ensuring that they don't give away unnecessary advantages to Washington.

The venue may also play a role in this matchup; playing away at Capital One Arena presents its own set of challenges due to fan support and familiarity for the home side. However, if Montreal can harness the momentum from their recent performances and maintain discipline on ice, there's every reason to believe that they can come out on top.

Fans won't want to miss this clash between two exciting teams. The game is scheduled for February 7th and will be broadcasted on MNMT channel 642 and streamed online via ESPN+. Join fellow supporters at Capital One Arena or tune in from home to catch all the action live.