Kirill Marchenko's late goal secured a thrilling 5-4 victory for the Columbus Blue Jackets against the Montreal Canadiens, marking their second consecutive home win.

Dmitri Vorokov's two goals extended his point streak to five games, while Kent Johnson, Jordan Harris, and Zach Werenski also contributed offensively. The Blue Jackets overcame a seven-game losing streak against the Canadiens, showcasing resilience despite relinquishing two-goal leads.

The Columbus Blue Jackets triumphed over the Montreal Canadiens 5-4, marking their second consecutive home victory. Kirill Marchenko scored the game-winner late in the third period, while Dmitri Voronkov notched two goals, extending his point streak to five games. Despite a strong effort from the Canadiens, who had a goal from David Savard and a point streak extension for Lane Hutson, they couldn't secure the win.

The Blue Jackets displayed resilience, overcoming a two-goal lead squander for the second straight game. Jet Greaves made 27 saves, ending a seven-game losing streak against Montreal. The Canadiens struggled to recover after falling behind, continuing their trend of poor performance when trailing after the first period.

Patrik Laine is set to make his long-awaited debut with the Montreal Canadiens after recovering from a knee injury that sidelined him for two months. The Canadiens officially removed him from long-term injured reserve, and he was seen practicing on the second line ahead of their game against the New York Islanders.

Laine's journey has been marred by injuries since he was drafted second overall by the Winnipeg Jets in 2016. Despite a challenging past year, he expressed excitement about returning to the ice and playing in front of Canadiens fans.

Jayden Struble continues to make an impact on the Montreal Canadiens as he steps in for injured teammates. After being a healthy scratch twice, he scored his second goal of the season in a recent game against the Utah Hockey Club, despite the Canadiens losing in overtime.

Struble's consistent performance has solidified his position in the lineup, especially with injuries to veteran players like Mike Matheson and David Savard. His determination to secure a spot is evident as he competes with fellow young defensemen.

Jake Evans reached a significant milestone by scoring his 100th career point in the Montreal Canadiens' recent victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. He is the first seventh-round draft pick in Canadiens history to achieve this feat, highlighting his impressive performance since being selected 207th overall in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.

Evans has seen an increase in ice time this season, playing effectively on the second line alongside Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook. His coach, Martin St. Louis, praised Evans for his adaptability and responsibility on the ice, emphasizing that draft position does not determine a player’s success in the league.