Kirill Marchenko's late goal secured a thrilling 5-4 victory for the Columbus Blue Jackets against the Montreal Canadiens, marking their second consecutive home win.

Dmitri Vorokov's two goals extended his point streak to five games, while Kent Johnson, Jordan Harris, and Zach Werenski also contributed offensively. The Blue Jackets overcame a seven-game losing streak against the Canadiens, showcasing resilience despite relinquishing two-goal leads.