Canadiens Sweep Hurricanes in Season Series

In a significant victory, the Montreal Canadiens completed a season sweep against the Carolina Hurricanes with a 3-1 win on March 29, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Nick Suzuki led the Canadiens with two goals and an assist, while Cole Caufield contributed a goal and an assist.

Jakub Dobes made 34 saves in the win, helping Montreal secure their fifth consecutive victory, improving their record to 42-21-10 and solidifying their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race. The Canadiens were outshot 34-15, with the Hurricanes dominating the first period and taking an early lead when Andrei Svechnikov scored on a power play at 8:37.

However, Suzuki equalized in the second period at 6:18, assisted by Lane Hutson and Caufield. Caufield then scored to give Montreal a 2-1 lead at 17:32, followed by Suzuki scoring a power-play goal just before the second period ended, extending the lead to 3-1.

Despite facing heavy pressure from Carolina, Montreal held on for the win, sweeping the season series with an aggregate score of 15-8. This victory is crucial for the Canadiens as they prepare to face another top team, the Tampa Bay Lightning, in their next game, while the Hurricanes will look to bounce back against the Columbus Blue Jackets.