The Montreal Canadiens snapped a three-game losing streak with a commanding 5-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday, fueled by Brendan Gallagher’s standout performance. Gallagher notched one goal and an assist, while goaltender Sam Montembeault solidified the win with 25 saves in this heated NHL divisional clash.
Montreal’s offense exploded with goals from Cole Caufield, Patrick Laine, Josh Anderson, and Juraj Slafkovsky. Captain Nick Suzuki contributed two assists, showcasing the team’s depth. Ottawa’s Tim Stutzle extended his nine-game points streak with a goal and assist, but defensive struggles plagued the Senators yet again.
The Senators have allowed five goals in each of their last three games and 19 goals overall in the past four,
highlighting their collapsing defense. Goalie Linus Ullmark was pulled after surrendering five goals on 15 shots, replaced by Anton Forsberg.
Key moments included:
- Laine’s power-play goal just 19 seconds after Stutzle tied the game
- Slafkovsky’s third-period insurance marker
- Ottawa’s fourth consecutive loss amid playoff hopes fading
With this win, Montreal eyes momentum ahead of Tuesday’s matchup against Carolina. Ottawa faces Winnipeg on Wednesday, desperate to reverse their defensive crisis.
