Canadiens look for the advantage in home ice as series shifts back to Montreal
The Montreal Canadiens are preparing to play Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final at home against the Carolina Hurricanes. Despite strong fan support at the Bell Centre, the Canadiens have struggled at home during the playoffs, holding a 2-4 record compared to a 7-3 record on the road. Players acknowledge the need to improve their performance at home to honor their fans and alleviate the pressure that comes with playing in front of a passionate crowd.
- ▪The Canadiens have a 2-4 playoff record at the Bell Centre this season.
- ▪Captain Nick Suzuki emphasized the importance of winning at home for their fans.
- ▪The team has performed better on the road, with a 7-3 record in away games.
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Open this photo in gallery:The Montreal Canadiens are getting tremendous support at the Bell Centre, but haven't yet been able to turn that energy into results in the playoffs.Adil Boukind/The Globe and MailShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountAfter they got thumped 8-3 at the Bell Centre by the Buffalo Sabres to force a Game 7 on the road last round, Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki laid down an ultimatum to his troops. “We can’t let that be our last game here,” he said. Sure enough, the Habs squeezed out an overtime win in western New York to reach the Eastern Conference final, and just earned a split in their first two games against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C.
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