Canadiens Ignite Flames in Overtime at Scotiabank Saddledome

The Montreal Canadiens emerged victorious against the Calgary Flames in a tightly contested matchup at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The Canadiens improved their record to 6-2, while the Flames fell to 1-6-1. The final score was 2-1, with Montreal securing the win in overtime.

First Period

The game began with both teams testing each other's defenses. The Canadiens took an early lead with a goal from defenseman Mike Matheson, who capitalized on a powerplay opportunity. His precise shot gave Montreal an edge as they headed into the second period.

Second Period

The middle period saw no change in score as both teams tightened their defenses and goaltenders stood firm. Jakub Dobes of the Habs made crucial saves to maintain his team's lead, showcasing his skills by stopping all shots faced during this period.

Third Period

In the third period, Calgary's persistence paid off when they managed to equalize through a well-executed play that slipped past Dobes' defense. Despite several attempts from both sides, neither team could break the deadlock before regulation time ended.

Overtime

Overtime brought renewed energy for Montreal as they sought to clinch victory swiftly. It was Zachary Bolduc who delivered for his team by scoring an overtime goal that sealed their triumph over Calgary. This decisive moment highlighted Bolduc's ability to perform under pressure and secured two points for his team.

Montreal's performance was bolstered by strong individual contributions; Nick Suzuki provided an assist while Jakub Dobes' goaltending prowess earned him recognition as one of the game's stars alongside Matheson and Calgary’s Dustin Wolf.

As fans reflect on this intense encounter between these two Canadian rivals, attention now turns towards Montreal’s next challenge against Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on October 23rd at 9:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all action live via ESPN+.

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