In a thrilling conclusion to a back-and-forth matchup, the Montreal Canadiens (MTL) emerged victorious over the Tampa Bay Lightning (TBL) in overtime. Montreal defenseman Lane Hutson scored the game-winner at 2:09 into the extra period, sending the Canadiens' bench into a frenzy. Hutson's decisive goal, assisted by Mathieu Perreault and Arber Xhekaj, capped off a dramatic finish to a closely contested game that saw the Lightning push the Canadiens to the limit. With the win, the Canadiens secured a crucial victory in their ongoing battle for playoff positioning.
Third period None. Overtime MTL 3, TBL 2 2:09 Lane Hutson (2) - Texier, Bolduc Montreal defenseman Lane Hutson won the game in the extra period on a shot from the point.
