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Canadiens Earn Critical Point in OT Loss to Maple Leafs, Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Montreal remains five points ahead of Columbus in the wild-card race with two games left, as they await results from the Blue Jackets' next matchup.

Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Carson Soucy (24) checks Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Apr 9, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Tyson Foerster (71) shoots and scores his fourth goal on an empty net against the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Frank Nazar (91) and Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (44) chase the puck during the third period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) jumps to avoid a bodycheck from Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (8) in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Montreal Canadiens fell 1-0 in overtime to the Toronto Maple Leafs, securing a vital point in the standings but missing a chance to clinch a playoff spot outright.
  • Montreal now sits at 88 points, five ahead of the Columbus Blue Jackets, who have three games remaining in their schedule compared to the Canadiens' two.
  • Jakub Dobes delivered a standout performance in goal, making 34 saves to keep the Canadiens competitive against the division-leading Maple Leafs.
  • Head coach Martin St. Louis highlighted the team's resilience and effort, expressing pride in their performance despite the loss.
  • The Canadiens' next opportunity to secure a playoff berth comes Monday against the Chicago Blackhawks, though they could clinch earlier if Columbus loses to Washington on Sunday.