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Suzuki’s Power-Play OT Winner Completes Canadiens’ Late Rally Over Panthers

Samuel Montembeault stopped 28 shots in his first NHL game since Dec. 9 after an AHL stint.

Dec 30, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) follows the play against the New Jersey Devils during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
Dec 28, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; New York Islanders center Bo Horvat (14) celebrates his goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images
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Dec 30, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Philadelphia Flyers forward Carl Grundstrom (91) skates against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Montreal trailed 2-0 late in the third before Cole Caufield scored with under five minutes left and Nick Suzuki tied it with 1:22 remaining after the goalie was pulled.
  • Brad Marchand was whistled for roughing 1:27 into overtime, setting up a 4-on-3 that Suzuki converted at 3:24 for the 3-2 win.
  • Montembeault earned the victory against his former team in his NHL return, marking his first win since Nov. 28.
  • Florida got goals from Marchand and Sam Reinhart and started backup Daniil Tarasov on the second night of a back-to-back; Tarasov made 26 saves.
  • The Canadiens improved to 6-1-3 over their past 10 games and reached 21 wins entering the new year, with Carolina up next Thursday as Florida looks ahead to Friday’s Winter Classic vs. the Rangers.