[Must See] Habs
Montreal Canadiens’ Arber Xhekaj and Philadelphia Flyers’ Nic Deslauriers clashed in a heavyweight fight during Tuesday’s game at Bell Centre. The fight broke out in the third period with both players dropping the gloves at center ice, sparking a roaring reaction from the crowd. This was their second career fight against each other.
Both Xhekaj and Deslauriers exchanged powerful punches, but Deslauriers landed cleaner shots and gained the upper hand. Each was given a five-minute major penalty for fighting.
Game Summary
The Montreal Canadiens lost 5-4 to the Philadelphia Flyers in a shootout at Centre Bell on Tuesday.
- Bobby Brink scored early for the Flyers, putting them ahead 1-0 at 1:56 of the first period.
- Cam York extended the lead to 2-0 with a power-play goal at 7:07.
- Shortly after, Brink scored again on the power play to make it 3-0.
The Canadiens responded strongly in the second period with four straight goals by Kirby Dach (two times), Nick Suzuki, and Ivan Demidov, turning the score to 4-3 in favor of Montreal.
However, Nikita Grebenkin tied the game at 4-4 for the Flyers at 10:51 of the third period, sending the game into overtime.
After a scoreless overtime, the Flyers won the game in a shootout.
Upcoming Match
The Canadiens face the New Jersey Devils next on Thursday at the Prudential Center, with puck drop scheduled for 7 p.m.
"The altercation occurred in the third period as Xhekaj and Deslauriers dropped the gloves for a center-ice heavyweight throw-down that had the entire arena roaring."
"Both players were issued a five-minute major penalty for fighting."
Author's summary: Intense rivalry and key goals defined the Canadiens vs. Flyers game, ending in a Flyers shootout win after a thrilling comeback by Montreal.