Nick Suzuki led the Montreal Canadiens to a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory over the Washington Capitals, scoring the decisive goal just 1:15 into the extra period. This win marks the Canadiens' impressive run of 9 wins in their last 10 games, showcasing their surge in form.
Cole Caufield and Josh Anderson contributed to the scoreboard, while goalie Jakub Dobes made 15 saves, improving his record to 3-0-0 in the NHL. For the Capitals, defenseman Jakob Chychrun and Lars Eller found the net, but the team has struggled recently, losing three out of their last five games.
Logan Thompson, who came in for relief, managed 18 saves after Charlie Lindgren left the game due to injury following a collision with Suzuki. The game highlighted notable performances, including Caufield's 23rd goal of the season, marking his fifth consecutive game with a goal. Meanwhile, Chychrun's 12 goals make him one of the top-scoring defensemen in the league.
The Canadiens have also been productive on special teams, registering five short-handed goals this season, which ranks third in the NHL. Both teams will be back in action on Saturday night, with the Canadiens facing the Dallas Stars at home, while the Capitals head to Nashville.
