Canadiens' classic win over Maple Leafs boosted by exhilarating atmosphere

2 years ago  /  Sportsnet

MONTREAL — It’s just under eight minutes into the third period of a nail-biter between the and when cuts across his goal crease, sprawls out and deflects Mitch Marner’s one-timer out of play with his blocker. That Allen made this stop just seconds after William Nylander scored a power-play goal to give Toronto a 2-1 lead was one thing. But Montreal fans stayed en masse to give Allen his due as first star of the game. I know it’s another game, but at the same time it’s a pretty special feeling no question. It’s a testament to Montreal fans, and we’re truly lucky to play in this building night in, night out.”...

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