Montreal secured their third consecutive shootout victory with a decisive fifth-round goal, extending their playoff run as their top scorers delivered under pressure. The team’s clutch performances in shootouts—highlighted by key saves from their goaltender—have become a defining feature of their postseason campaign. With momentum building, the Canadiens now face a critical test against a resilient opponent still fighting for a series lead. The outcome could hinge on whether their goaltending holds up against a determined opponent in a high-stakes rematch.

Bolduc scored five-hole on Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen for Montreal’s third straight shootout goal after Cole Caufield and Alexandre Texier scored on Montreal’s first two attempts. Jack Quinn was unable to ...