The Vancouver Canucks won 4-1 against the Montreal Canadiens, strengthening their first-place position in the Pacific Division as potential Stanley Cup contenders. Meanwhile, the Canadiens are still fighting despite a subpar record.
Montreal's struggles in goal scoring have been evident, with only four players having more than 23 points in recent games. The Canucks have been on a scoring streak, with defenceman Nikita Zadorov scoring in six consecutive games.
Key penalties and team dynamics shaped the game, with standout moments from players like Michael Pezzetta and Nick Suzuki. Vancouver's power-play success and Montreal's offensive challenges were evident throughout the game.