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Canadiens coaching themselves, reaching new stage of maturation
- The Canadiens beat the Rangers 3-2 in New York, signaling continued maturation and self-coaching by Montreal.
- Cole Caufield scored twice as Montreal built and protected its lead in a tense road win.
- Suzuki contributed two assists and referenced how the team must avoid playing with too much complacency.
- St. Louis praised player-led decision making and confirmed the coach will support rather than micromanage the group.
- The team executed a clutch defensive-zone exit after a strategic preface-off setup to reach Caufield on a break, sealing the win.
- The win keeps Montreal two points behind first in the Atlantic and four behind the East’s top spot with seven games left.
- Alex Newhook opened the scoring and Caufield added his 48th and then 49th goals in the victory pace.
- Jakub Dobes and Jacob Fowler are in line for goaltending duties as Montreal eyes stability down the stretch.
- St. Louis emphasized that the team’s standards are higher than any single game and that players themselves can elevate play.
- Montreal's performance underscores a shift from coaching dependence to self-management on key segments.
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