Montreal secured a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks in a game marked by the absence of a key player, ending a historic streak. The forward’s consecutive-game streak, which had lasted since the beginning of his career, came to an end after 546 matches. He remains a standout performer for the Canadiens, continuing to lead the team in scoring contributions. The win adds to the team’s momentum as they navigate the season without their long-time star.

Montreal won 4-1 at the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday in its first game without Suzuki. The 27-year-old had his ironman streak snapped at 546 games from the start of his career. He leads the Canadiens ...