Although both have played well, Canadiens’ defenseman David Savard believes that Montembeault is the team’s starting goalie. “I know people are talking, but I think Sam earned his spot ...

Gabriel Vilardi and Kyle Connor each had a goal and an assist ... Christian Dvorak and Brenden Gallagher. Sam Montembeault made 23 saves for the Canadiens. Hutson sparked Montreal early, scoring ...

MONTREAL (AP) — Kyle Connor scored twice and Connor Hellebuyck ... Juraj Slafkovsky gave Montreal an early lead and Sam Montembeault stopped 20 shots, but the Canadiens lost their third ...