# GAME NIGHT: Habs EXPLODE in opening period at Carolina. Rusty CANES can't overcome Montreal start

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Podcast: [Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-nhl-daily-podcast-on-the-national-hockey-league-494711)
Published: 2026-05-22T04:50:52+00:00
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The Montreal Canadiens shock the Carolina Hurricanes with a first-period scoring outburst, ending Carolina’s undefeated playoff run. Can Rod Brind’Amour’s squad recover from this sudden momentum shift, or will Montreal’s top line—powered by Juraj Slafkovsky, Cole Caufield, and Nick Suzuki—continue to dominate the Eastern Conference Finals? Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights dissect Montreal’s relentless attack, highlight Jakob Dobes’ poised goaltending, and question whether Carolina’s 11-day layoff or defensive lapses spelled their downfall. Analysis includes concerns over Frederik Andersen’s conference finals struggles, weaknesses in the Hurricanes’ offensive depth beyond the Stankoven-Blake-Hall trio, and adjustments needed before a pivotal Game 2. The show also previews the Vegas Golden Knights vs. Colorado Avalanche matchup, with key injuries to Cale Makar and Mark Stone potentially reshaping the Western Conference battle. Don’t miss expert insights and bold predictions as the Stanley Cup Playoffs heat up.

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