Excitement is brewing at the Bell Centre as the Montreal Canadiens compete for the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference. Unexpectedly, the team is playing meaningful hockey at this point in the season, showcasing their resilience with recent overtime losses that still earned valuable points. With standout performances from Juraj Slafkovsky, Joshua Roy, and Christian Dvorak, the Canadiens managed to rally after being down 4-1 against the Avalanche, igniting the home crowd.

Under the guidance of GM Kent Hughes and head coach Martin St. Louis, the Canadiens have recorded an impressive 8-1-4 record after the Four Nations tournament, marking them as one of the hottest teams in the league. Fans are eager for playoff hockey this spring, and the league thrives with Original Six teams in the postseason. The energy at the Bell Centre, especially during home games, adds to the appeal of NHL playoffs, making Montreal's potential playoff presence vital for the league's image and excitement.