by Murat Karul

In a thrilling Saturday night matchup, Kaiden Guhle secured a 3-2 overtime victory for the Montreal Canadiens against the Boston Bruins with an unassisted game-winning goal. Guhle expressed confidence in the team’s abilities, stating, “When we’re on top of it, we can beat any team in the league.”

Contributions from Nick Suzuki and Brendan Gallagher added to Montreal’s success, breaking a streak of losses against Boston dating back to the 2019-2020 season. Coach Martin St Louis emphasized the collective effort required to bounce back in a game.

The Bruins took an early lead as Pavel Zacha deflected a shot past Montreal goalie Samuel Montembeault within the first minute. Despite facing a 1-0 deficit, the Canadiens rallied in the third period, scoring two goals within 27 seconds. Suzuki and Gallagher were the architects of this turnaround.

Suzuki reflected on the team’s persistence, saying, “It was a great 60 minutes. We couldn’t score in the first two periods, but we just kept fighting.” Boston’s coach, Jim Montgomery, acknowledged his team’s struggles and emphasized the need for internal adjustments to maintain energy for games.

A disallowed goal due to goaltender interference added drama to the contest, but Boston managed to equalize with a power-play goal from Brad Marchand. The game showcased intense moments and strategic plays, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Looking ahead, the Bruins will face Buffalo on Tuesday, while the Canadiens are set to host Vancouver on Sunday, continuing a four-game homestand. The victory provides a boost for Montreal, highlighting their potential to compete with the best teams in the league.