The Montreal Canadiens achieved a rare victory after a streak of 12 games, defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in a shootout. This match took place at the Scotiabank Arena on Saturday evening.
Caufield Secures Point in 10th Consecutive Match
Cole Caufield extended his remarkable point streak to 10 games, the longest active streak in the NHL. In this game, he scored a shootout goal, contributing significantly to the Canadiens’ win. His current run includes three goals and nine assists, totaling 12 points.
Game Overview
- Location: Scotiabank Arena
- Date: Saturday evening
- Final Score: Canadiens 2, Maple Leafs 1 (shootout)
The game was a tense matchup between two historic rivals. After the first period, both teams remained scoreless, with each side failing to capitalize on power-play opportunities. Jakub Dobes, the Canadiens’ goalie, made seven saves without conceding a goal, while Dennis Hildeby of the Maple Leafs stopped all nine shots he faced.
Key Moments in the Match
The first breakthrough came midway through the second period. Following a penalty against John Tavares, the Canadiens took advantage. Ivan Demidov’s shot deflected off Juraj Slafkovsky, allowing Caufield to push the puck into the net.
- Caufield’s Point Streak: 10 games
- Goals in Point Streak: 3
- Assists in Point Streak: 9
- Total Points in Streak: 12
Later in the game, the Maple Leafs scored during a power play. Scott Laughton capitalized on a breakaway, beating Dobes with a shot to the top corner, assisted by Nicolas Roy.
Deciding Factors
Despite chances in overtime for both teams, the game remained tied, leading to a shootout. Caufield, Alexandre Texier, and Auston Matthews scored during the shootout, with Caufield sealing the victory for the Canadiens.
This latest win offers the Canadiens a much-needed morale boost as they continue their season. Cole Caufield’s impressive performance, highlighted by his point streak, showcases his valuable contribution to the team.
