Edmonton Oilers dominate with Draisaitl and Hyman's double goals

In a National Hockey League game held on December 7, 2024, the Washington Capitals faced off against the Montreal Canadiens in Montreal. The Capitals fought back from a 2-0 deficit, with Alex Newhook and Cole Caufield scoring for Montreal in the first period. After a slow start, the Capitals found their rhythm, driven by individual performances from key players. Washington's Pierre-Luc Dubois kickstarted their comeback by scoring merely 30 seconds into the second period. As the game progressed, Tom Wilson emerged as a pivotal player, leveling the score at 2-2 in the third period before scoring again to give the Capitals a 3-2 lead with just over eight minutes left on the clock. Dylan Strome later added a power-play goal to secure the win, bringing the final score to 4-2. Aliaksei Protas contributed with two assists, and Logan Thompson made 22 saves to support the Capitals' efforts. For the Capitals, this victory marked their ninth consecutive road win and continued their unbeaten streak of six games, solidifying their position atop the Metropolitan Division. Despite missing key players such as Alex Ovechkin, T.J. Oshie, and Niklas Backstrom due to injuries, the Capitals showcased their depth and resilience. Conversely, the Canadiens, despite an early lead and a strong performance, experienced their first setback after a two-game win streak. Their initial goals came in quick succession, demonstrating effective zone entries into the Capitals' defense. However, they struggled to maintain control and allowed Washington's dynamic offense to exploit their weaknesses as the game unfolded.