The New Jersey Devils blew another third period lead against the Montreal Canadiens, eventually losing in overtime. It’s a theme that’s haunted the team all season.
How did it happen again? For the second time in as many games, the New Jersey Devils blew a third period lead and lost in overtime. Against the Montreal Canadiens on Monday night, the team allowed three third period goals to blow it.
It all started way back on October 28th. The team was playing the high-powered Chicago Blackhawks, with a lead in the third period.