Canadiens Power Play Fails, Suffer 3-2 Loss to Bruins

BREAKING: The Montreal Canadiens faced a crushing defeat against the Boston Bruins, losing 3-2 at the Bell Centre on November 15, 2025. The game highlighted the Canadiens’ critical struggle with their power play, failing to score on seven opportunities, including two lengthy 5-on-3 advantages.

Canadiens’ head coach Martin St. Louis did not hold back in addressing the team’s glaring issue, stating, “The power play is obviously the story of the game.” The Canadiens mustered just two shots during their two-man advantages, leaving fans and players alike frustrated.

Bruins forward David Pastrnak commented on the Canadiens’ missed opportunities, asserting, “You don’t score on five-on-three, you don’t deserve to win.” This loss marks the Canadiens’ third consecutive defeat at home and their fifth in six games, raising concerns after a promising start to the season.

The Canadiens, who previously won nine of their first twelve games, are now struggling to regain their form. St. Louis described the team as “a little bit fragile right now,” emphasizing the need to calm their play. Team captain Nick Suzuki acknowledged the low confidence affecting both their five-on-five game and power play.

“When your touches aren’t confident, you’re not feeling like every play is open to you,” Suzuki remarked. The power play, which began the season with a success rate of 30.8%, has now plummeted to 0-for-7 during five straight scoreless outings.

After a series of lopsided losses to the Los Angeles Kings and Dallas Stars, the Canadiens outshot the Bruins 28-23 on Saturday, demonstrating determination despite their struggles. “We just need better and we need it quick,” said player Lane Hutson, referencing a short-handed goal by Jake Evans that underscored their power play woes.

In a spirited display of rivalry, Montreal’s Jayden Struble ignited the crowd with an early fight against Boston’s Nikita Zadorov. This physical play was reminiscent of the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, signaling the intensity of this storied matchup.

However, the game took a concerning turn when Bruins defenceman Charlie McAvoy left the ice after taking a slap shot from Dobson to the face. Bruins head coach Marco Sturm reported that McAvoy was “doing OK” but is undergoing further testing, raising alarms about his condition.

As the Canadiens continue to seek answers and restore their confidence, the pressure mounts ahead of their next game. Fans are left wondering if the team can turn around their fortunes and capitalize on future power play opportunities.

Stay tuned for updates on the Canadiens’ ongoing struggles and the latest on McAvoy’s recovery.