Canadiens Secure Shootout Win Amid Goal-Review Chaos
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Montreal overcame three disallowed goals to defeat Detroit, while Red Wings star Dylan Larkin faced loud recruitment chants from the Bell Centre crowd.
The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Detroit Red Wings 1-0 in a shootout on Saturday, according to Sportsnet. The victory was secured by Zack Bolduc, who scored the lone goal of the shootout, while Jacob Fowler recorded 36 saves for Montreal.
The game was marked by significant officiating reversals. Sportsnet reports that the Canadiens had two goals disallowed during regulation and a third goal from Alexandre Texier removed during overtime.
Beyond the ice, the atmosphere at the Bell Centre was dominated by fans chanting for Detroit star Dylan Larkin to join Montreal. Larkin, who has produced 645 points in 811 NHL games, has reportedly submitted a trade request to former general manager Steve Yzerman. According to Sportsnet, Larkin's preferred destinations include Minnesota, Florida, Las Vegas, Dallas, Washington, Colorado, and Tampa.
Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan acknowledged that Larkin's situation is a distraction, though he noted the team's internal group has worked to shield one another. Larkin described the Montreal crowd as passionate and knowledgeable, noting the atmosphere was the best in hockey.
The win moves Montreal to a 2-2-1 season record, while Detroit falls to 1-3-1, per Sportsnet.