What happened: Nick Suzuki recorded a goal and two assists in his return from a six-game absence to lead Montreal past Utah. Two nights earlier, the Canadiens surrendered four goals in just over two minutes during a late collapse against Winnipeg.

Why it matters: The rebound stabilized Montreal after head coach Martin St. Louis termed the Winnipeg loss unacceptable. Securing the extra point prevented a prolonged slide as the Canadiens manage early-season positioning in the Eastern Conference.

What to watch: Montreal continues its homestand looking to build momentum with Suzuki back in the lineup. The Canadiens will focus on tightening defensive zone coverage after conceding nine goals across the two-game span.