On January 29, 2026, the Montreal Canadiens secured a 7-3 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, showcasing their prowess in a thrilling NHL encounter. The game, played in Montreal, witnessed Nick Suzuki's exceptional performance, scoring power-play and short-handed goals, along with an assist, solidifying his impact on the team's success. The Canadiens' triumph was further highlighted by Noah Dobson's early goal, Jake Evans and Kirby Dach's quickfire strikes, and the solid defensive play of Alexandre Carrier and Juraj Slafkovsky. Jakub Dobes' 26 saves were instrumental in the Canadiens' win, improving his record to 7-0-1 in his last eight starts. Meanwhile, the Avalanche, led by Brock Nelson, Joel Kiviranta, and Ross Colton, struggled to counter the Canadiens' offensive might. Scott Wedgewood's 21 saves for Colorado couldn't prevent the loss. The Avalanche's tribute to their former home, Quebec City, by donning powder blue Quebec Nordiques jerseys, added a layer of sentimentality to the game. As the season progresses, the Canadiens will look to build on this momentum, while the Avalanche will seek to rebound. The upcoming schedule includes the Avalanche's trip to Detroit on Saturday and the Canadiens' visit to Buffalo on Saturday night, setting the stage for more exciting NHL action.
