Dylan Larkin made his 700th NHL game memorable with a power-play goal and an assist as the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-2, ending a three-game losing streak. The Wings' offense came alive, with Andrew Copp contributing a shorthanded goal, and Alex DeBrincat and Jonatan Berggren also finding the net. Goaltender Cam Talbot made 27 saves to secure the victory.
For the Canadiens, Kirby Dach scored and assisted on a goal, while Kaiden Guhle also scored. Brendan Gallagher registered an assist in his 800th game, alongside Christian Dvorak and Patrik Laine, who reached 500 games. The game marked a halt to Lane Hutson's impressive nine-game point streak.