Brendan Gallagher and the Montreal Canadiens face a critical moment as they trail the Washington Capitals 3-1 in their playoff series. Drawing on past experiences, Gallagher emphasized the importance of winning Game 5 to shift momentum, recalling the Canadiens’ surprising run in 2021 when they overturned a similar deficit against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The team, also one of the youngest in the playoffs, must focus on winning without becoming overwhelmed by the challenge ahead.

Head coach Martin St. Louis highlighted the necessity of gaining momentum in the playoffs, stating that it all begins with winning one game. Despite frustrations from Game 4's officiating and their ability to kill penalties, Gallagher insisted the team must remain focused on their performance. As they prepare for Game 5, the Canadiens will depend on their resilience and experience to fight back in the series.