Canadiens Secure 3-2 Shootout Win Over Ducks

Patrik Laine and Kirby Dach lead Montreal to victory, with Lane Hutson setting a rookie record for consecutive points by a defenseman.

Patrik Laine scored in regulation and netted the game-winning shootout goal, marking his third power-play goal in four games since returning from injury.
Kirby Dach ended a 19-game scoring drought with a crucial goal off a misplay by Ducks goalie Lukas Dostal, tying the game in the second period.
Rookie defenseman Lane Hutson set a Canadiens record with a seven-game point streak, surpassing Chris Chelios and Glen Harmon.
Montreal goalie Sam Montembeault made 27 saves, including four in overtime, helping the Canadiens secure their first shootout win of the season.
Troy Terry scored both goals for Anaheim, while newly acquired defenseman Jacob Trouba made his Ducks debut, logging 22:35 of ice time and delivering five hits.