Canadiens @ Devils: Game Preview and How to Watch
The Montreal Canadiens aim to recover from a disappointing performance as they travel to face the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center. The game starts at 7:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM PST.
Broadcast Information
- In the Canadiens region: TSN2 (English), RDS (French)
- In the Devils region: MSGSN
- Streaming: ESPN+, TSN+
Game Summary
Montreal hoped to extend a winning streak to five games but suffered what has been called their worst game of the season on Tuesday night. The Canadiens conceded three goals in the first period against the Philadelphia Flyers. The game was meant to rebuild goaltender Samuel Montembeault’s confidence, but he allowed three goals on his first six shots.
"In a game that was meant to restore Samuel Montembeault’s form and confidence — not necessarily in that order — the native of Becancour felt the crimson glow of the goal lamp thrice within the first six shots on goal that he faced."
After this difficult start, Montreal rallied. Montembeault stopped 35 of the next 36 shots, including some exceptional saves that helped the Canadiens regain momentum. Key contributions came from Lane Hutson, Ivan Demidov, Juraj Slafkovský, Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, and Kirby Dach, which put Montreal ahead entering the final period.
However, their early struggles left no room for mistakes. Nikita Grebenkin scored his first NHL goal to tie the game, and the Philadelphia Flyers eventually claimed the extra point in the shootout.
"A single instance of bad fortune let Nikita Grebenkin tie the game with his first NHL goal. The Flyers would proceed to secure the extra point in the shootout."
Author’s Summary
The Canadiens showed resilience after a poor start but couldn’t overcome early mistakes, ultimately losing in a shootout despite strong goaltending and team effort.