The Montreal Canadiens faced another defeat, marking their fifth consecutive loss and ninth in eleven games. Despite a stronger effort, particularly in the third period, they fell short against the New Jersey Devils, who won 5-3.

Head coach Martin St. Louis expressed confidence in his team's performance, highlighting the contributions of players like Alex Newhook and Brendan Gallagher, while key players such as Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki struggled to make an impact.

The Canadiens' defensive issues persisted, leading to goals from the Devils' Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt, who showcased their offensive skills throughout the game.