Montreal Canadiens Power Past Vancouver Canucks with Late Surge

The Montreal Canadiens improved their record to 7-3 after a hard-fought victory over the Vancouver Canucks, who now stand at 4-5. The game concluded with a final score of 4-3 in favor of the Habs, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess on the ice.

First Period

The opening period saw the Canucks take an early lead with a goal, putting pressure on the Canadiens. Despite being outshot by Vancouver, Montreal's defense held firm, preventing further damage and keeping them within striking distance as they headed into the second period.

Second Period

In the second period, Montreal began to find their rhythm. Ivan Demidov was instrumental in leveling the score for his team. His performance was pivotal as he not only scored but also contributed two assists throughout the game. The Habs' powerplay unit capitalized on opportunities, demonstrating efficiency by converting two out of three chances.

Third Period

The third period was where Montreal truly shined. With three goals scored in this decisive segment, they turned a close contest into a commanding performance. Juraj Slafkovský added to his impressive stats with both a goal and an assist during this crucial phase of play. The team's faceoff success rate stood at an impressive 62 percent overall, which played a significant role in maintaining possession and controlling play.

On defense, Jakub Dobes made critical saves against 31 shots from Vancouver's offense, ensuring that Montreal maintained their lead despite late efforts from Elias Pettersson and his teammates to rally back for Vancouver.

Fans can look forward to seeing how this momentum carries forward as Montreal prepares for their next matchup against Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena on October 28th at 10:30 PM EDT. Catch all the action live via ESPN+, KHN TV or KONG TV networks.

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