NHL EDGE IQ Data Reveals Canadiens' Rush Scoring Strength The Montreal Canadiens' impressive regular season performance has been highlighted by a key statistic, according to NHL EDGE IQ data. The team ranked seventh in the league in goals scored off the rush, a metric that measures goals scored within five seconds of the puck crossing the offensive blue line. This rushing prowess was a key factor in the team's success, and one player in particular stood out: Cole Caufield, who tied for third in the league with 18 goals scored off the rush. As the Canadiens look to build on this momentum in the playoffs, their ability to capitalize on quick transitions and create scoring chances off the rush will be crucial to their success.

Per NHL EDGE IQ, the Canadiens ranked seventh in goals off the rush (90; goals coming within five seconds of puck crossing offensive blue line) last regular season, with Caufield (18; tied for third ...