Jakub Dobes (Credit: Getty Images) From the first faceoff, the Montreal Canadiens made it clear they meant business. They set the pace against the Vancouver Canucks with aggressive forechecking and extended pressure in the offensive zone, and the shots came fast and furious, forcing Vancouver to defend for long periods of time. This made it clear that the visitors would have a tough night.Even though there were some changes in momentum, Montreal never lost control of the game. Every time the Vancouver Canucks tried to come back, the Montreal Canadiens moved the puck quickly and positioned themselves well, turning the game into a confidence-boosting NHL win at home.
Jakub Dobes shines as Montreal Canadiens beat Vancouver Canucks
Jakub Dobes played another calm game, stopping 20 shots and making his recent run better as the Montreal Canadiens won their second straight game with him in net. Dobes was dependable when tested, but the real story was the offensive support in front of him. For the first time this season, Montreal had more than 40 shots.Juraj Slafkovsky and Ivan Demidov each scored three points, consistently making space and taking advantage of opportunities against a weak Vancouver Canucks defense. Defenseman Alexandre Carrier scored two goals in a row, one of which was a milestone goal that gave the home team a strong lead.Goals from Elias Pettersson, Evander Kane, and Max Sasson gave the Vancouver Canucks a little bit of hope, but mistakes on defense and missed coverage cost them. The game was pretty much over once the Montreal Canadiens scored twice early in the third period.This NHL news update talks about how the Montreal team is getting more confident, while the Vancouver Canucks are still looking for stability. The Canadiens seem to be getting better at finishing games now that Jakub Dobes is getting reliable run support.Also Read: Sidney Crosby’s lifestyle: Inside Pittsburgh Penguins captain’s luxury watch collection and personal style