The NHL has officially corrected the scoresheet from Friday’s high-scoring affair against the Anaheim Ducks, and it’s a massive win for Cole Caufield. After a formal review by league officials, the Montreal Canadiens’ star sniper has been credited with the team’s fifth goal, bringing his season total to a staggering 37 goals.
Initially, the goal was awarded to defenseman Noah Dobson, who fired the shot from the point. However, video replays confirmed that the puck caught a piece of Caufield’s stick before crossing the line. While Dobson loses the goal, he earns another assist, continuing his elite performance since joining the Bleu-Blanc-Rouge.
Offensive Firepower on the Rise Despite the heartbreaking 6-5 shootout loss, Montreal’s offense is firing on all cylinders. The first line is dominating, and young defensive prodigy Lane Hutson continues to rewrite the rookie-sophomore record books with 52 assists already this season.
With a solid record of 38-18-10, the Canadiens are showing that the rebuilding process is ahead of schedule. The fluidity in the offensive zone, supported by veterans like Alexandre Carrier, is an encouraging sign as the team prepares for a massive Saturday night clash against the Los Angeles Kings to wrap up their California road trip.