It's the start of arguably the toughest stretch of games the Canadiens will face this season as they'll see the defending Stanley Cup champs again this weekend, in addition to the St. Louis Blues and the plucky Columbus Blue Jackets.
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The ice tilted heavily in favor of the Blackhawks early, as they generated a number of dangerous chances while the Canadiens struggled to exit the defensive zone. Some good work down low by Patrick Kane led to a Chicago power play, which the Habs were able to kill.