"Canadiens Dominate Hurricanes in Game 1 of Eastern Conference Final. In a stunning display of offense, the Montreal Canadiens exploded for four consecutive goals in the first period, setting the tone for a 6-2 thrashing of the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final. Played at the Lenovo Center in Chicago, the Canadiens' early surge proved too much for the Hurricanes to overcome, as they were unable to recover from the early deficit. The win gives Montreal a crucial advantage as the series shifts to the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, where the Canadiens will look to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series."

The Montreal Canadiens scored four straight goals in the first period en route to a 6-2 victory against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final at Lenovo Center on Thursday.