Cole Caufield leads Canadiens past Senators with OT goal
Cole Caufield scores twice, including in overtime, to lift the Canadiens past the Senators in a close Kraft Hockeyville match.
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How did Cole Caufield perform in the game against the Senators?
Cole Caufield scored two goals, including the overtime winner, leading the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 win over the Ottawa Senators in the Kraft Hockeyville game. His overtime goal marked his second this week in pre-season, and he led the NHL with 12 game-winning goals last season.
What was the impact of Caufield's performance on the Canadiens' pre-season campaign?
Caufield's performance helped the Canadiens secure a comeback victory against the Senators, reinforcing his scoring ability early in the pre-season. As he continues to contribute significantly, his momentum could be crucial for the Canadiens as they progress toward the regular season.
Caufield’s two-goal effort lifts Canadiens
Cole Caufield scored twice, including an overtime winner, to propel the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 comeback victory over the Ottawa Senators. This win came during the Kraft Hockeyville game at Colisée Vidéotron in Trois-Rivières, Quebec.
Caufield’s performance marked his second overtime goal in as many pre-season games. Last season, he led the NHL with 12 game-winning goals.
Senators take early lead twice
The Senators struck first when William Eklund scored just 89 seconds into the game, assisted by Dylan Cozens. The Canadiens quickly responded as defenceman Jayden Struble tied it up three minutes later with a shot from the slot.
Ottawa regained the lead near the end of the second period, as Cozens scored again. The Canadiens found themselves trailing heading into the third.
Late equalizer and the overtime clincher
Caufield netted his first goal midway through the third on a power play, leveling the score 2-2 with a shot set up by Lane Hutson. The Canadiens managed to maintain pressure on the Senators as time wound down.
In the extra frame, Caufield once again found the net, scoring the game-winner on a precise shot from the slot, assisted by Hutson. This decisive goal capped off the Canadiens’ comeback.
Goalie performances
In the Canadiens’ net, Samuel Montembeault and Jakub Dobes split time, each allowing one goal while combining for 17 saves. Senators’ Sam Ersson was busy throughout the match, stopping 35 of 38 shots.
Caufield’s standout performance helped the Canadiens overcome a tough start, demonstrating his critical role in clutch situations as they look forward to the regular season.
For related context, see NHL starting-goalie status.
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