Talking about the past is a double-edged sword. Some would say talking about it is dwelling on it and preventing you to move forward. Others would say that those who forget history are doomed to repeat it.
Last season after 82 games, one game is all that separated the Montreal Canadiens from the playoffs. Two points could come from anywhere if you look hard enough.
After 74 games, 71 regular season games and three qualifying round games in 2019-20, the Canadiens are once again one game away from the playoffs.
The difference is that this time, they have two chances to get it, and their fate is entirely in their hands.