Suzuki's Four-Goal Effort Helps Canadiens Rally for a Point Against Penguins
Montreal erased a 5-1 deficit against Pittsburgh and forced overtime before losing 6-5, with Nick Suzuki scoring four goals. Suzuki also assisted on Chris Kreider's first goal with the Canadiens and set up Ivan Demidov's late equalizer. The result gave Montreal a point after a poor first half and followed a narrow opening-night win over Toronto.
Montreal trailed Pittsburgh 5-1 before Nick Suzuki sparked a comeback. He scored four times, helped set up Chris Kreider's first goal for the Canadiens, and assisted Ivan Demidov's late equalizer. The Penguins eventually won 6-5 in overtime, but Montreal still earned one point.
The Canadiens had opened with a 3-2 win over Toronto, relying on lower-line scoring while their stars were quiet. Last season Montreal collected 106 points and co-led the NHL with 26 comeback victories, then fell to Carolina in Round 3. Carolina, the reigning Stanley Cup champion, visits next.
The dramatic rally may strengthen Montreal fans' belief in the team's resilience and could lift interest around the next home game. Players and coaches may gain confidence from proving they can compete after a poor start, while local businesses tied to game nights could see modest benefits. A single early-season point is unlikely to reshape the season, but it may shape expectations and mood around the club.