In a closely contested matchup, the Montreal Canadiens triumphed over the Columbus Blue Jackets with a final score of 2-1 on March 26, 2026, in Montreal. This victory marks the Canadiens’ third consecutive win, solidifying their position as third in the Atlantic Division with just 11 games remaining in the season.
Zachary Bolduc emerged as the hero of the night, scoring the winning goal, which ended a frustrating 31-game goalless streak. His teammate, Jayden Struble, also made headlines by netting his first goal of the season, ending an even longer 87-game goalless streak. Struble expressed his relief, stating, “I felt like I was never going to score again, so it was nice.”
On the other side, Damon Severson managed to score for Columbus, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win. The Blue Jackets have struggled recently, losing two of their last three games, which has left them tied for third in the Metropolitan Division with the New York Islanders.
Goalkeeping played a crucial role in the game, with Jakub Dobes making 25 saves for Montreal, while Jet Greaves stopped 18 shots for Columbus. Canadiens’ head coach Rick Bowness expressed optimism about his team’s performance, saying, “You play 10 more games like that, I really like our chances.”
Despite the loss, Boone Jenner of the Blue Jackets remarked, “I think we played a really good game tonight,” highlighting the competitive nature of the matchup.
Looking ahead, the Canadiens are set to visit the Nashville Predators on Saturday, where they will aim to extend their winning streak. As the season progresses, fans are eager to see how both teams will adapt and respond to the challenges ahead.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential roster changes or injuries that may affect upcoming games.
