Good teams find a way to win. As for the bad ones … The Canadian had yet the Lightning in the cables. Without being perfect, he had played one of his strongest games of the season. The last three minutes had to spoil everything.
“It’s frustrating because we deserved better. Two games at the end … They took advantage of the chances they had. “
– Dominique Ducharme
Once again, it looks like bad luck has gripped the Habs. In addition to being unable to buy a win, another player, Christian Dvorak, fell in battle.
“Looks like we lose a player or two every day. Tonight [hier], we played a solid game. Winning would have given the team a positive boost. “
– Dominique Ducharme
Before the game, David Savard received his Stanley Cup champion ring. For the occasion, all his former Lightning teammates, as well as the members of the management present in Montreal, gathered around the defender.
“It was extremely special to see everyone again for the last time. It’s like coming full circle in this chapter. Finally, seeing this ring for real and being able to wear it is a pretty special feeling. “
– David Savard
The start of the season can be difficult for Stanley Cup champions. The Lightning was no exception. However, he skillfully pulled himself together. This victory against the Canadian was his 10th in his last 13 games (10-2-1).
“Yes, we won the Stanley Cup twice. But we still want to win. There are also new ones who have not experienced this feeling. We have good leaders, we hate to lose. “
– Mathieu Joseph