The Montreal Canadiens secured a playoff spot after a 5‑4 loss by the Detroit Red Wings, becoming the first Canadian NHL team to lock in a berth this season. However, the win streak was snapped when New Jersey shut out Montreal 3‑0, with Jacob Markstrom stopping 18 shots for his first season shutout.
Canadiens Clinch Playoffs, Lose 3-0 to Devils
The Canadiens clinched a second straight playoff berth but lost 3‑0 to the New Jersey Devils, ending an eight‑game winning streak.