The Montreal Canadiens aim to return to the winning side and strengthen their defense as they face the New Jersey Devils Thursday at 7 p.m. Montreal holds a 9-3-1 record, topping the Atlantic Division.
The Canadiens recently lost at home to the Philadelphia Flyers in a 5-4 shootout. The Flyers led 3-0 after the first period, but Montreal scored four goals in the second. The tying goal against came midway through the third period.
The power play was key to Montreal's comeback, energizing their offense. Kirby Dach earned third star honors with two goals.
The Devils hold a 9-4 record and lead the Metropolitan Division. Their last game resulted in a 4-1 road loss to the Anaheim Ducks. New Jersey trailed 3-0 going into the third period, scored once midway through, but conceded an empty-net goal at the end.
Both teams excelled in blocking shots, although several key Devils offensive players recorded negative plus/minus ratings.
Data collected on November 6, 2025, may have changed since then.
Montreal ranks second in scoring, tied for 18th in goals against, sixth in power play efficiency, and 22nd in penalty kill.
Montreal looks to rebound after a tough shootout loss, relying on a strong power play, while New Jersey aims to recover following a road defeat with solid defensive efforts.