On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, the Montreal Canadiens hosted the Calgary Flames at the Bell Centre in Montreal, QC. The Canadiens won the game with a score of 4-1. This win improved their record to 23-13-6 for the season.

Alexandre Texier led the Canadiens with 1 goal and 2 assists. Lane Hutson and Cole Caufield each added a goal to the tally. The Flames managed to score only once, thanks to Joel Farabee. The Canadiens outshot the Flames 35-29 in this game.

The game between the Calgary Flames and Montreal Canadiens started off with a quiet first period. Neither team managed to score, keeping the score at 0-0. This trend continued into the second period, as both teams struggled to find the back of the net. The tension was high, with both defenses holding strong.

In the final period, the Canadiens broke through, scoring four goals to take control of the game. Despite the Flames’ efforts, they only managed to score once. Montreal’s Alexandre Texier stood out with a goal and two assists, while Lane Hutson and Cole Caufield each added a goal to secure the win. The Canadiens’ offense proved too strong for the Flames, leading to a 4-1 final score.

 

Alexandre Texier made an impact for the Montreal Canadiens. He scored one goal and assisted on two more. Texier also took three shots on goal, contributing to his team’s win.

Lane Hutson also stood out for the Canadiens. He scored one goal and took one shot on goal. His performance helped boost the team’s defense.

On the Calgary Flames side, Joel Farabee scored the only goal for his team. He had four shots on goal. Hunter Brzustewicz and Yegor Sharangovich each added an assist in the game.

 

What’s Next

The Montreal Canadiens’ win over the Calgary Flames strengthens their position in the Eastern Conference. With a record of 23-13-6, the Canadiens are now in 4th place. This victory helps them stay competitive in the playoff race.

On the other hand, the Calgary Flames’ loss does not help their situation. They have a record of 18-20-4 and are 14th in the Western Conference. The Flames need to improve to move up in the standings.

The Calgary Flames will face the Boston Bruins next. The game is on Thursday, January 8, 2026. It will take place at TD Garden.

The Montreal Canadiens will take on the Florida Panthers next. This game is also on Thursday, January 8, 2026. It will be held at Bell Centre.

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