by Amy Johnson, Video Producer/Editor, All Habs Hockey Magazine
MONTREAL, QC – Need to get caught up on Habs highlights? Want to relive the memorable moments of the past week?
Then All Habs Rewind is for you.
Every Sunday watch the most unforgettable goals, saves, hits by your Montreal Canadiens compiled by our video production team! Then tell us which one you liked most in the comments section below.
The Habs and their fanbase had waited for more than a week to finally see the puck drop on Game 1 of their second round matchup against the Boston Bruins, and the first game gave them plenty of hockey. Matt Bartkowski took two penalties against Dale Weise on this night, resulting in the first and last goals scored against his team. P. K. Subban took advantage of both penalties, getting the Habs on the board in the first period. Rene Bourque and Francis Bouillon scored in the second and third periods, respectively, keeping the visiting team in the game despite being outshot 51-33 overall. Carey Price proved to be outstanding throughout the game. Regulation time wasn’t enough to decide this one, with the final goal being scored by Subban in the second overtime frame. Final score: Canadiens, 4-3 (2OT). (Read our full recap here: Price, Subban Lead habs over Bruins)
On Saturday afternoon, in a rare matinee for the Canadiens, things looked like they were going well yet again for the visitors. The Bruins were keen to take a lot of penalties, giving Montreal power play opportunities which they were more than happy to take advantage of. Mike Weaver put the Habs on the board in the second period, followed by a power play goal from Thomas Vanek. Another PPG from Vanek in the third gave them a two-goal cushion, and sparked the Boston offense once again. The Bruins tallied four unanswered goals in the final frame, handing the Habs their first playoff loss this season. Final score: Bruins, 5-3. (Read our full recap here: Series Even, Habs With Home Ice)
With the series tied at 1-1, the Canadiens will now bring things back to Montreal for the next two games beginning on Tuesday. Until then, we’ve got plenty of content to keep you busy reading about your favourite team! In case you missed them, here are a few news items published earlier this week:
With Habs vs Bruins, Spring is Finally Here
NHL’s Original 6 Battle for Playoff Supremacy
All Habs Three Weekly Stars
1st Star: Carey Price
Carey Price has been stellar facing 85 shots on goal in the first two games of the series. He picked up a win in game one.
2nd Star: P.K. Subban
P.K. Subban has four points in two games with two assists and two goals including the game-winner in overtime in game one.
3rd Star: Andrei Markov
Andrei Markov has had two assists so far in the series and is averaging 29.45 in ice-time per game.
Who was your favourite player this week?