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Canadiens Defeat Senators 6-3, Tighten Eastern Conference Playoff Race

Montreal snaps Ottawa's six-game winning streak with strong performances by Nick Suzuki and Josh Anderson in a pivotal rivalry game.

Mar 18, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) defends the net as defenseman Adam Fox (23) and Calgary Flames left wing Blake Coleman (20) battle for control of the puck in the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Mar 18, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Mikael Granlund (64) and defenseman Thomas Harley (55) celebrate after Granlund scores the game winning goal over the Anaheim Ducks as goaltender Lukas Dostal (1) and right wing Frank Vatrano (77) look on during the overtime period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Mar 18, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher (11) scores an empty net goal and Ottawa Senators forward Tim Stutzle (18) attempts to defend during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Mar 18, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals center Aliaksei Protas (21) shoots the puck against Detroit Red Wings left wing Carter Mazur (43) during the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Nick Suzuki's late power-play goal secured the Canadiens' 6-3 victory, capitalizing on a critical error by Senators goalie Linus Ullmark.
  • Josh Anderson scored twice, including an empty-net goal, as Montreal rallied from multiple deficits in the third period.
  • Montreal has now won three of their last four games and remains firmly in contention for an Eastern Conference wild-card playoff spot.
  • The Senators, despite recent trade reinforcements like Dylan Cozens, saw their six-game winning streak come to an end and hold a narrow lead in the wild-card race.
  • The Canadiens have dominated the season series against Ottawa, winning all three matchups so far, with one game remaining in April.