Demidov’s Late Goal Powers Canadiens to 3-2 Win Over Senators

In a thrilling matchup at the Canadian Tire Centre, Ivan Demidov emerged as the hero for the Montreal Canadiens, scoring the decisive goal with just 7:20 remaining in the third period to secure a 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators. The win marked Montreal’s third consecutive victory, showcasing their momentum as they continue to build on their recent success.

Demidov’s goal came off a rebound from teammate Alex Newhook, who had created the opportunity with a strong shot. This pivotal moment capped an evening where the Canadiens demonstrated resilience, particularly after their solid 3-1 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs just the night before.

Montreal’s scoring was bolstered by Juraj Slafkovsky and Alexandre Texier, who each found the back of the net. Slafkovsky opened the scoring with a power-play goal in the first period, with Demidov providing the assist. Texier later tied the game at 2-2 with a crafty wraparound goal late in the second period, setting the stage for Demidov’s late-game heroics.

On the other side of the ice, Drake Batherson shone for the Senators, netting both of Ottawa’s goals. However, despite Batherson’s efforts and Linus Ullmark’s 20 saves, the Senators couldn’t secure the win.

In a milestone moment, Montreal’s Jake Evans marked his 400th NHL game, adding a personal achievement to the team’s collective success. Looking ahead, the Canadiens will host the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night, while the Senators prepare to face the Anaheim Ducks in their next matchup.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.