Canadiens lose in overtime to Penguins after late comeback
Canadiens analysis of a 6-5 OT loss: Montreal's rally, breakdowns and takeaways See what Brian Wilde says about puck management, goaltending and prospects
The Montreal Canadiens dropped a 65 overtime decision to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night in Pennsylvania after erasing a fourgoal deficit late in the game.
Montreal started well, taking an early lead and controlling much of the opening minutes, but Pittsburgh responded and built a strong advantage through the middle period. The Canadiens then rallied in the third, with Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield and Ivan Demidov helping force overtime.
Brian Wilde’s analysis focused on Montreal’s puck management, defensive breakdowns and goaltending struggles, while also noting positive signs from the top line and several prospects in the organization.