NEW JERSEY – The Montreal Canadiens have officially joined the elite «Century Club.» In a high-stakes battle at the Prudential Center, the Habs secured a gritty 4-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils, catapulting them to the prestigious 100-point mark for the 2025-26 season.
A Battle in the Trenches
The game was a roller coaster from the puck drop. Montreal set the tone early in the first period when Jayden Struble found the back of the net, assisted by the physical presence of Arber Xhekaj. However, the second period turned into a scoring frenzy. Young phenom Ivan Demidov and defensive wizard Lane Hutson extended the lead, but the Devils refused to back down, with Jack Hughes and Dawson Mercer keeping the game razor-close.
The final frame saw Jake Evans net the game-winning goal, assisted by Juraj Slafkovsky, sealing a historic night for the franchise. Samuel Montembeault was a wall in the closing minutes, stopping 28 of 31 shots to preserve the win.
100 Points and a Date with Destiny
With a current record of 45-21-10, Montreal has solidified its position as a powerhouse in the Eastern Conference. But the 100-point milestone isn’t the only story; superstar Cole Caufield tallied two assists tonight, bringing his season total to a jaw-dropping 49 goals. He is now just one goal away from becoming the first Canadien in 36 years to hit the 50-goal mark.
Game Stats & Highlights
| Team | Goals | Shots | Power Play | Hits |
| Montreal Canadiens | 4 | 31 | 1/3 | 24 |
| NJ Devils | 3 | 31 | 1/4 | 18 |
Montreal Goals: Struble (Xhekaj), Demidov (Caufield, Suzuki), Hutson (Caufield), Evans (Slafkovsky).