Habs’ Electric Run Ends in Five

Montreal’s heart pounded through a wild playoff run that ended in heartbreak—but not without unforgettable moments. Downed in five by Carolina, the Canadiens still lit up the city with electric energy, watch parties popping up everywhere from churches to fire stations, even sparking political outcry when the NHL shut down a Gatineau event. Their journey? Pure grit: a seven-game thriller against Tampa Bay, where Alex Newhook delivered the Game 7 winner in overtime, then repeated the heroics against Buffalo to reach the Eastern Conference final for the first time since 2021. Goalie Dobeš became a beloved figure, his birthday celebrated as a lucky omen for the team’s 25th Cup quest. Though the Cup eluded them this year, fans left with hope—and memories that’ll keep them roaring for more. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ee2234fd316bcf36