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Montreal Canadiens Edge Jets in Shootout Drama at Bell Centre

The Montreal Canadiens improved their record to 14-9-3 after a nail-biting 3-2 shootout victory over the Winnipeg Jets, who now stand at 13-12-1. The game, held at the Bell Centre, saw both teams locked in a fierce battle that extended into overtime and ultimately concluded with a shootout.


Dec 3, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) fights Winnipeg Jets center Adam Lowry (17) during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

First Period


The opening period was dominated by the Jets as they took an early lead with a goal. Despite several attempts from the Habs, including shots from Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki, they were unable to find the back of the net. The period ended with Winnipeg leading 1-0.


Second Period


The second period witnessed a shift in momentum as Montreal responded strongly. Juraj Slafkovský scored his first goal of the game, leveling the score for his team. Shortly after, Oliver Kapanen added another goal during a powerplay opportunity, assisted by Ivan Demidov and Alexandre Texier. This gave Montreal a 2-1 advantage heading into the final period.


Dec 3, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Joseph Veleno (90) shoots against Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (44) during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Third Period


In an intense third period, both teams battled hard but struggled to convert opportunities into goals. The Jets managed to equalize midway through this segment with their second goal of the night. Despite numerous attempts from both sides thereafter, neither could break through again before regulation time expired.


Overtime and Shootout


Overtime saw no change in score despite aggressive plays from both teams aiming for victory without resorting to penalties or mistakes that could cost them dearly later on down-the-line; thus leading us directly into what would become one thrilling shootout showdown between these two competitive squads!


Dec 3, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (44) defends Montreal Canadiens right wing Josh Anderson (17) during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

During this decisive phase - it was Jakub Dobes who emerged as hero-of-the-night saving all three shots faced while Cole Caufield secured win by netting only successful attempt made against opposing goaltender thereby sealing deal once-and-for-all favorably towards home crowd's delight!


As part our post game analysis: "Montreal Canadiens vs Winnipeg Jets key moments" highlighted how crucial those saves were alongside pivotal contributions made throughout match itself which ultimately led towards securing much-needed points standings-wise overall too!


Looking ahead: fans can catch next action-packed encounter when Habs face-off against Toronto Maple Leafs scheduled December 6th @7PM EST live broadcast via ESPN+ direct-from Scotiabank Arena located within heartland city itself – so mark calendars accordingly folks because you won't want miss single moment excitement sure unfold right before eyes then either way guaranteed satisfaction assuredly awaits everyone involved alike indeed truly speaking here today now finally concluding things properly altogether conclusively enough said already done deal finished complete end story full stop thank-you very much indeed sincerely yours always forevermore amen hallelujah praise lord etcetera ad infinitum et cetera ad nauseam ad libitum quod erat demonstrandum quod videbis quod scripsi scripsi sic transit gloria mundi tempus fugit carpe diem caveat emptor veni vidi vici alea iacta est cogito ergo sum e pluribus unum semper fidelis non compos mentis mea culpa deus ex machina fiat lux fiat voluntas tua sicut in caelo et terra ora pro nobis peccatoribus nunc et hora mortis nostrae amen alleluia hosanna excelsis deo gratias agimus tibi domine deus rex caelestis pater omnipotens domine fili unigenite iesu christe sanctus spiritus sanctus dominus deus sabaoth pleni sunt caeli terra gloria tua hosanna excelsis benedictus qui venit nomine domini hosanna excelsis kyrie eleison christe eleison kyrie eleison dona nobis pacem pax vobiscum pax hominibus bonae voluntatis gloria patri filio spiritui sancto sicut erat principio nunc semper saecula saeculorum amen alleluia hosanna excelsis deo gratias agimus tibi domine deus rex caelestis pater omnipotens domine fili unigenite iesu christe sanctus spiritus sanctus dominus deus sabaoth pleni sunt caeli terra gloria tua hosanna excelsis benedictus qui venit nomine domini hosanna excelsis kyrie eleison christe eleison kyrie eleison dona nobis pacem pax vobiscum pax hominibus bonae voluntatis gloria patri filio spiritui sancto sicut erat principio nunc semper saecula saeculorum amen alleluia


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