The Montreal Canadiens secured a pivotal 2-1 win against the Nashville Predators, powered by goals from Cole Caufield and Patrik Laine. This victory marks Montreal's fifth consecutive win, a notable turnaround following a five-game losing streak. Jakub Dobes was instrumental, stopping 36 shots, while Nashville's Juuse Saros faced 17 with only one goal allowed. Steven Stamkos opened the scoring in the first period, marking his 25th goal of the season. The Canadiens responded quickly in the second, with Caufield netting his 36th goal and Laine following with the game-winner. Despite outshooting Montreal, Nashville failed to convert their four power-play opportunities and suffered their sixth consecutive loss.