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Canadiens End Regular Season With Victory Despite Resting Stars
15 Apr
Summary
- Brendan Gallagher scored to cut the Flyers' lead in the second period.
- Jake Evans scored thanks to Samuel Ersson's misplay after Gallagher's presence.
- The Canadiens finished the regular season with a 48-24-10 record and 106 points.
The Montreal Canadiens concluded their regular season with a 4-2 defeat against the Philadelphia Flyers, a game where both teams rested numerous key players. Brendan Gallagher marked his return to the lineup by scoring the Canadiens' first goal in the second period. Shortly after, Jake Evans capitalized on a miscue from Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson to tie the game.
The Canadiens finished the season with a commendable 48-24-10 record, amassing 106 points. This season saw significant improvements over the previous year, with many players achieving career highs and milestones. Despite the loss, the team's strong road record, boasting the league's second-best performance away from home, fuels optimism for the upcoming playoffs.
Looking ahead, the Canadiens will face the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the playoffs, beginning on the road. Defenseman Lane Hutson's impressive season performance, especially away from home, has been noted, as he came close to breaking a team record for assists by a blueliner. Cole Caufield also fell short of catching Nathan MacKinnon for the Rocket Richard Trophy.
