“Mr. Prolongation Delivers Again for CH”
Cole Caufield has etched his name into the prestigious history of the Montreal Canadiens. Early Wednesday morning, he scored his 11th game-winning goal in overtime, surpassing legends Howie Morenz and Max Pacioretty. This milestone helped the Canadiens conclude their Western road trip with a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Seattle Kraken.
Mr. Prolongation: Caufield’s Heroics
Caufield, affectionately nicknamed “Mr. Prolongation” by fans and teammates, showcased his skills in the crucial moments of the game. With just over ten minutes remaining, the Canadiens led by three goals. However, the Kraken mounted a comeback, forcing the game into overtime.
Game Highlights
- First Period: Caufield opened scoring early, netting his eighth goal of the season.
- Checks and Balances: Nick Suzuki contributed significantly, earning points in ten consecutive games.
- Second Period: The game remained scoreless despite solid performances from both goalies.
- Final Period: Alex Newhook and Brandon Montour each scored, with Montour adding a second goal to force overtime.
Montreal’s head coach, Martin St-Louis, humorously noted the situation was ideal for the coach, emphasizing the learning opportunities although the team must improve on maintaining leads.
Top Performers
- Cole Caufield: 2 goals, including the game-winner.
- Nick Suzuki: 3 assists.
- Alex Newhook: 1 goal.
- Juraj Slafkovsky: 1 goal.
- Brandon Montour: 2 goals for Seattle.
Jakub Dobes, in goal for Montreal, made 18 saves out of 21 shots. Seattle’s Joey Daccord faced a similar challenge, but was unable to secure the win.
The Canadiens are set to return home after achieving three wins out of four on this road trip. They will have a break before hosting the Ottawa Senators on Saturday, aiming to build on their recent momentum.
