They headed into the matchup with the New York Rangers riding a four-game winning streak, having Carey Price back in top form, and Alex Galchenyuk beginning to find his rhythm with five points (3G, 2A) in those last four games. Thanks to all of those factors, the Canadiens held their place at the top of the Atlantic Division and gave themselves a little breathing room.
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The Habs had to power through without the enthusiastic heart of Alexander Radulov last night.