The Montreal Canadiens managed an important split of the opening two games with the Vegas Golden Knights. It allowed them to go back to home ice for an important game 3 with an opportunity to take a series lead in front of their fans.
3500 fans to be exact, as the Quebec government permitted more fans than were previously allowed to enter the Bell Centre.
They didn’t disappoint. Welcome to your Bottom Six Minutes for a thrilling overtime win on home soil.
Carey Price was flawless. The Canadiens were largely outplayed, but their most important player had his most important game of the playoffs.