Patrik Laine's power-play goal lifts Canadiens past Red Wings 4-3

Montreal Canadiens right wing Joel Armia reacts after a goal by center Jake Evans during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Detroit Red Wings, Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, in Detroit.

Montreal Canadiens right wing Joel Armia reacts after a goal by center Jake Evans during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Detroit Red Wings, Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)


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DETROIT — Patrik Laine scored a power-play goal with 7:58 remaining to lead the Montreal Canadiens past the Detroit Red Wings 4-3. Laine's shot from the left side broke defenseman Moritz Seider's stick and got past goaltender Cam Talbot's glove. Jake Evans scored a shorthanded goal and added an assist in his 300th career game. Emil Heineman also had a goal and an assist, while Arber Xhekaj scored first goal of the season. Sam Montembeault made 25 saves.

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