Canadiens pounce on Hurricanes early in 6-2 win to open Eastern Conference Final
The Montreal Canadiens secured a decisive 6-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in the opening game of the Eastern Conference Final. The Canadiens scored four goals in the first period, taking advantage of the Hurricanes' slow start after a lengthy postseason break. Captain Nick Suzuki noted the team's strong start but acknowledged that the Hurricanes would improve in the upcoming games.
- ▪The Canadiens scored four first-period goals against the Hurricanes.
- ▪Cole Caufield and Phillip Danault scored within the first four minutes of the game.
- ▪Juraj Slafkovksy added two goals for Montreal, including an empty-netter.
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