Montreal Canadiens fans breathed a sigh of relief as their top scorers finally found their rhythm in a crucial Game 1 of the Eastern Conference final against the Carolina Hurricanes. In the first two rounds of the playoffs, Juraj Slafkovsky, Cole Caufield, and Nick Suzuki had been a force to be reckoned with, combining for 12 goals and 33 points. However, a concerning trend emerged, with only seven of those points coming in even-strength situations, leaving many to wonder if the trio could sustain their production in high-pressure playoff games. But in Game 1, the Canadiens' top line broke through, sparking hopes that they can continue to drive the team's offense as they face off against the Hurricanes.

Montreal's Juraj Slafkovsky, Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki had combined for 12 goals and 33 points in the first two rounds. But only seven of those points were scored in even-strength situations. That changed in Game 1 against Carolina in the Eastern Conference final.