The Canadiens got a third-period goal from Tomas Plekanec, redirecting a point shot by rookie Jarred Tinordi, and then held the for a 2-1 win.
It was their fifth win in a row, matching the team’s season high.
The Canadiens have 19 wins in 28 games. They are 10-2-2 on the road.
New Jersey had 18 shots in the third period, but Carey Price was spectacular.
In winning his 15th game, Price made 32 saves.
The win lifted the Canadiens past Pittsburgh and Boston into first place in the Eastern Conference.
The lofty status won’t last: the Bruins and Penguins play Sunday afternoon.
Tinordi played 14:48, picked up his first NHL point and ended the game plus-2.
Colby Armstrong’s first goal of the season gave the Canadiens an early lead – the 21st time they’ve scored first in 28 games.
But Peter Harrold’s first, on a second-period power play, tied the game.
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WAY TO PLAY TILL THE BUZZER GUYS….
Maybe we can Knit a goal out of the pinwheel
Pinwheel comment still makes me laugh
Boring game so far. But then again all devil games are boring
Wait wut??? Lee calls a penalty on NJ? Army scored, weiiiird….
I smell a hat trick tonight for Armstrong. Called it first!
Devil’s D playing old school, holding up the fore checkers. Should be a interference call soon.
Really! It’s not like it’s not obvious either. Makes me crazy.
Good control by Price
Seems so strange to see someone so big young and oozing potential to be that mean huge shutdown dman we so desparately need on the Canadiens
Armdog,Whitey and Sweethands. That’s a fourth line amigos.
Hits are the dumbest stat. We’ve had the puck for a good portion of the period. Of course we’re gonna get hit. And why would we hit anyone when we have the puck.
The book is out on the Canadiens: they have the puck all the time so all we can do is hit them.
That’s the book.
When will someone finally apply a critical eye to the hit stats?
Internet high five
ok i am back from liquor store needed to restock Jameson did i drink too much did Colby really score
Believe it or not, he did
Great shift
2nd time Price got snowed, guess they’re not calling that anymore
“It’s not an obsession, It’s a way of life..”
Only against the Habs
First time by his own team mate…second time, not sure…I’ll check back
***SUBBANGIN’ NOW BABY!!!***
Second time by both a Devil and a Hab in the crease…hard to call that.
***SUBBANGIN’ NOW BABY!!!***
Did colby score or am i drunk or both
I’ve got a 70″ screen but it looks like I’m sitting in the upper level. Terrible camera angle
COLBY!
I’ve been grateful to discerning posters this week who have pointed out the solid but less obvious contribution Armstrong has been making.
Great to see an obvious contribution now!
Seems like Habs getting outhit badly
I’ve been ripping on him for a while, calling on him to be replaced by Blunden… maybe he just needed his help?? lol
These New Jersey announcers are actually pretty objective. Not flaming homers like Jack Edwards.
Rag top Resch will get to you eventually, trust me
“It’s not an obsession, It’s a way of life..”
All of MSG is pretty fair… Jeanerrette is probably the most partisan, but only in that it is obvious who he wants to win. He doesn’t pander and spew propaganda.
Do you watch via GameCenter? You are Canadian right?
I agree. Chico Resch is one of the best people in hockey. Extremely generous with his time; always willing to chat.
Hey, no Bob Cole on CBC!
–Go Habs Go!–
I hate that back of the end camera angle.
That camera angle should be permanently banned!
–Go Habs Go!–
Anyone have a video link ?
Happy St Patrick’s Day from Ireland!
http://www.firstrow1.eu/watch/175157/4/watch-new-jersey-devils-vs-montreal-canadiens.html
Tanks
Did we win all the face-offs?
No
Does someone here have the stat handy for how many games this year Montreal has scored first? I know it’s high, but don’t know the exact number.
Over 20 games
From Boone’s running comments above:
“Canadiens have scored first in 21 of 28 games”
–Go Habs Go!–
Well, aren’t I a tool. Didn’t see it in the commentary.
“Canadiens have scored first in 21 of 28 games”. From Moone.
Hell just froze over!!!
Hell has got to wait for a spring thaw after that Army goal….looks like we’re stuck with him for a loooong time,lol
Did White trip Volchenkov there, I think he did, we got away with one
“It’s not an obsession, It’s a way of life..”
Yep. More accidental I think. Think he stepped on the blade of the stick.
Even if he did, it evens up with NJ’s picks that aren’t being called
Trust me, Im not complaining.
“It’s not an obsession, It’s a way of life..”
Who? Colby ArmStrong?
Sweet! Armdog breaks the hice
Lol, ARMSTRONG!
Colby finally got his 1st. Great shot, he deserved it.
“They don’t hang Conference Championship Banners from the rafters here”
Carey Price
I was sleeping and I had a dream that Armstrong scored his first goal.
Huge 4th line goal
First line material.
***SUBBANGIN’ NOW BABY!!!***
Armdog! Atta boy!!!!
Who’s # 20 ??
Colby Lafleur!
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top corner, pretty nice
I’m so happy for Armstrong. Finally!!
I cannot believe this.
Armstrong, the sniper!!!
OMG Armstrong!!!
Snorefest……….
Mark Tinordi has enjoyed retirement.
pick up the pace and tire out the Devils since they played last night.
Habs play the Pens and it’s a shooting gallery. They play the Devils and it’s like watching paint dry.
Devils come out flying but PK is the great equalizer…
geez i almost fell asleep already. Freakin Devils play such a boring game
The Tornado will be a Force! He is learning the trade.Patience amigo.
Over/Under on how many will say Tinordi is not NHL-ready after his first mistake tonight? You know, he’s bound to make some in this game
How bout those calling him a bust if he doesn’t register a point?
Trade him
Is it just me, or does it look like the camera is a mile away from the rink? The players look like ants.
I agree
Just got back from a week in da bush. What’s wrong with Ryder.
The rule is perfect: in all matters of opinion our adversaries are insane.
Mark Twain
Lower Body Injury is all I’ve heard.
Seems like the Devils play a perfect road game every game.
Gawd, it’s a boring style.
The only thing that can help against Chris Lee is Chuck Norris! My bad I was thinking Bruce Lee!
Play-by-Play for tonight’s game is now online !
“I’m a bit anxious about this one.”
Boone’s version of giddy optimism.
There’s Tom the Bomb
“It’s not an obsession, It’s a way of life..”
Firing up a nice Cohiba that Mrs.Frontenac brought back for me from Cuba after a week with her girlfriends .Habs,Whiskey,Guinness,Cohiba…..Happy St.Paddy”s Day Amigos!
You too friend. Banging back some Trappists. They count for Mass on Sunday!
Are the rumors about Torts busting a vein this afternoon true?
Not what I saw. He was very reserved and polite. He even refused to speak about the Pens saying he only wanted to speak about the team he coaches. That what the MSG network showed.
PLAY BY PLAY!!!?
Give us a taste and then deny us the fun!!
I was just wondering where it went to. The Play-By-Play link just leads to archives.
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Being a Hab fan is like buying real estate: only over the long-haul will you appreciate the true value of your investment.
Hey, where is Bettman’s sorry puss at The Rock?
Alright, enough already. Drop the puck.
Let’s do this thing!
It’s only fair for the Devils to “torch” the Habs!
Caron is sporting a Franken-rose on his lapel
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Price will hold off the Devils and the Gallys’ will sink the Berg.
….Hab4life….
In Jamacia having a drink..enjoying the warm day..GO HABS GO..hope the boys pull out a big win tonight..enjoy everyone
Is anything green on you?
I brought my green O PK shirt to wear tomorow…they don’t celebrate St Patty’s day here..but I am gonna go for it anyway
yea mon!
Glad Daigneault is getting respect from HNIC
This should be an easy one if Boone is right that Anders Hedberg is in nets!
forgive my ignorance, but who is Jacques Caron?
Brunet is praising Price for staying cool under pressure.
Carey the Cucumber? Carey Le Concombre?
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Go Habs Go!!!
Back to 1st place…
Headless Hedberg gets clobbered tonight!
Go Habs Go!!
Sweet Hands Blunden and The Tornado! Vas-y Les Boys!!!!!