The Montreal Canadiens were the hosts to the Seattle Kraken in a game that marked the first ever face-off between Juraj Slafkovsky and Shane Wright on Montreal territory. However, the much-anticipated duel did not come to fruition as the Canadiens conceded the match just 10 minutes in, allowing the Kraken to score four unreturned goals. The game ended in an 8-2 victory for Seattle.

Despite the embarrassing defeat, there were some silver linings for the Montreal team. Cole Caufield managed to net his ninth goal of the season, pushing him into a league-leading tie for goals. The last Canadiens player to achieve this feat was Vincent Damphousse back in 1994.

One commendable aspect of the game was the proactiveness of head coach Martin St. Louis. Rather than expressing disappointment in his team’s performance, St. Louis took a more constructive approach, actively coaching his players throughout the match.

The team’s youthfulness, while a challenge, is also seen as an opportunity for growth. Many of these young players, most of whom are first or second-round draft picks, are still figuring out the game at this level. However, with the right guidance and persistence, the Montreal Canadiens’ future could be promising.

The performance of the team’s goalie, Sam Montembeault, was a cause for concern, with a save percentage just above .800. Despite this, it’s essential to remember that these young players are still learning, and patience is key. In the long run, insiders believe that Jacob Folwer, currently boasting a .937 in four games at Boston College, could become a leading goalie in the NHL.

In the end, it’s clear that the Canadiens are still in the early stages of their rebuild, and nights like these are to be expected. The key lies in patience, learning, and continuous improvement. With a second line set to improve significantly, the team’s future looks promising. It’s only a matter of time before they figure out how to transform their potential into victories.