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Suzuki’s Overtime Winner Secures Canadiens’ Comeback Victory Over Panthers

Nick Suzuki’s late-game heroics and Lane Hutson’s record-breaking performance propel Montreal to a 3-2 win, solidifying their playoff position.

Montreal Canadiens' Nick Suzuki (14) celebrates with teammates after scoring the winning goal against the Florida Panthers during overtime NHL hockey action in Montreal, Tuesday, April 1, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
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Overview

  • Nick Suzuki tied the game with 8.4 seconds left in regulation and scored the overtime winner 29 seconds into the extra frame.
  • Lane Hutson recorded three assists, surpassing Chris Chelios for the second-most assists by a rookie defenseman in NHL history, with 57 this season.
  • The Canadiens swept the Panthers in their four-game season series, further solidifying their hold on the Eastern Conference’s second wild-card spot with 79 points.
  • Florida now trails the Toronto Maple Leafs by two points for the Atlantic Division lead, with their coach downplaying the loss as a minor setback.
  • Montreal has made a habit of comeback victories, earning points in 10 games and winning seven when trailing after two periods since December 31, 2024.