Gaunce breaks down Canadiens' second-period collapse

A brief five-minute lapse cost Montreal despite solid play.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 48m1 min read

While the score vs. Nashville looks lopsided, Cameron Gaunce explains that while the Canadiens dictated much of the play Via @TSNHockey on X

What happened: Analyst Cameron Gaunce highlighted a critical five-minute stretch late in the second period that derailed the Montreal Canadiens against the Nashville Predators. Despite Montreal controlling much of the overall action, that brief lapse proved costly in a 5-2 preseason defeat.

Why it matters: The breakdown underscores Montreal's need for consistent execution across all three periods as they prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Lapses in concentration against opportunistic opponents can quickly flip results even in games the team largely dictates.

By the numbers: The Canadiens carry a 20-13 record this season and are currently on a three-game losing streak. Montreal is averaging 3.2 goals per game while allowing 2.9 defensively.

What to watch: Montreal will look to put together a complete 60-minute performance and snap their current skid in their next outing.

Sources

@TSNHockey 2026-10-09T13:38:15.904799+00:00

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