Dach, Caufield Score in Shootout to Lift the Canadiens 2–1 Over the Avalanche

Colorado Avalanche left wing Jonathan Drouin, front, puts a shot on Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes in the second period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Denver. David Zalubowski/AP Photo

DENVER—Kirby Dach and Cole Caufield scored in the shootout, Jakub Dobes had 22 saves in regulation, and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Colorado Avalanche 2–1 on Saturday night.

Caufield had the regulation goal for Montreal, which wrapped up its road trip with a 4–2 mark.