Canadiens challenge Capitals in high-scoring battle, currently 5-4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 2:26 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
The Montreal Canadiens faced the Washington Capitals in an ongoing game on October 14, 2026. Despite controlling high-danger chances 13-2 at 5v5, the Canadiens are trailing 5-4. Lane Hutson made headlines by scoring a crucial goal, while Josh Anderson netted once again. However, a lack of focus led to key blunders for the Canadiens, including a shorthanded goal allowed. With the Capitals capitalizing on Montreal's missed opportunities, the match remains competitive.
- •Montreal controls 13-2 in high-danger chances at 5v5.
- •Lane Hutson and Josh Anderson score key goals for the Canadiens.
- •A shorthanded goal allowed by the Canadiens impacts their momentum.
- •The game is still ongoing with a current score of 5-4.
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