The Habs built a quick 4-1 advantage in the first period, but their lead was at risk of collapsing when the Hurricanes took over in the second frame. Fortunately for the Habs, they put together one of their best defensive periods of the season to close out the game, refusing to allow the Hurricanes a single high-quality scoring chance at 5v5. That’s the sign of a young team that’s in the midst of maturing before our very eyes. [Dominant Third Period Evidence Of Maturing Canadiens Lineup]
