Backstrom scores winner in third period as Capitals topple Canadiens 3-2
MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens could not slow down a red-hot Capitals team that has been nearly unstoppable at Bell Centre in the last few years.
Washington continued its recent dominance over the Canadiens in Montreal with a 3-2 victory on Saturday afternoon.
The Caps now have at least a point in 14 consecutive road games in Montreal (12-0-2). Their last regulation loss at Bell Centre was on Jan. 10, 2009.
“They come at you in waves,” said goalie Carey Price, who made 27 saves in defeat. “They’re a confident team right now. They make plays and come at you with speed. Their power play is a big threat out there.”