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The Montreal Alouettes hosted the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on a special night at Percival Molson Stadium, celebrating the organization’s 80 years of existence in front of a sold-out crowd of 23,035 passionate fans.
Montreal was also looking for redemption after suffering a 44-28 loss to Winnipeg just one month ago in Winnipeg. This time, however, the Alouettes were ready to send a message.
Montreal entered the game with several players returning from injuries, including defensive back Najee Murray, who is an important piece of the Alouettes’ defence. Montreal was still without wide receiver Cole Spieker and running back Travis Theis.
Quarterback Davis Alexander mixed the run and pass effectively, eventually catching Winnipeg off guard with a spectacular 52-yard completion to star receiver Tyson Philpot.
Philpot entered the game chasing several milestones. He was looking to break the Alouettes’ single-season records for receiving yards and receptions, while also chasing the CFL record for most receiving yards in a season by a Canadian wide receiver.
He would not disappoint.
Following the big 52-yard reception, Alexander found rookie tight end Rohan Jones in the end zone for the first touchdown of his CFL career, giving Montreal an early 7-0 lead.
The crowd was loud throughout the evening, making life difficult for Winnipeg quarterback Dru Brown. Montreal’s defence also did an excellent job containing Winnipeg’s running game and, in particular, Brady Oliveira, one of the most important players in the Blue Bombers’ offence.
The Alouettes took a 24-10 lead into halftime.
Davis Alexander and Tyson Philpot were extremely difficult for Winnipeg to stop.
Whenever Alexander could not find Philpot, he had Tyler Snead and several other receivers available. Alexander finished the night connecting with six different receivers, showing once again that Montreal has plenty of weapons on offence.
Philpot continued his impressive season and finished the game with 119 receptions in one season, adding another impressive performance to what has been an outstanding year.
With DeVante Dedmon suffering a serious injury that could potentially keep him out for the remainder of the season, rookie Mehki Mews stepped into the returner role.
Mews returned two kickoffs for 39 yards and seven punts for 47 yards. He brought plenty of energy to the special teams and was exciting to watch every time he touched the ball.
Montreal’s defence was flying around the field all night.
Najee Murray made his presence felt with aggressive blitzing, while Mustafa Johnson recorded a sack. Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund also came up with an important stop on third down, forcing Winnipeg to turn the ball over.
The Alouettes were able to control the line of scrimmage, to limit Winnipeg’s running game and consistently put pressure on the Bombers.
For Montreal, everything seemed to be working.
Offence. Defence. Special teams.
All three phases contributed to one of the Alouettes’ most complete performances of the season.
The final score was Montreal 37, Winnipeg 10, and with the victory, the Alouettes officially clinched the East Division.
But this was about more than just a football game.
The Alouettes celebrated 80 years of history throughout the evening, and at halftime, the organization honoured several important figures from the past.
Among those recognized was Vincent Desjardins, whose jersey has been retired. Montreal native Wally Buono, who played linebacker and other positions for the Alouettes before later coaching the team, was also honoured. Buono remains the winningest coach in CFL history.
The celebration also featured Johnny “The Ordinary Superstar” Rodgers, who played for Montreal during the 1970s. Two other players who had a major impact during the career of legendary Alouettes quarterback Anthony Calvillo, Ben Cahoon and Jamal Richardson, were also honoured during the halftime ceremony.
Former general manager Jim Popp, one of the key architects behind the Alouettes’ success, was also in attendance alongside former head coach Marc Trestman.
It was a fitting celebration of the people who helped build the history and tradition of the Montreal Alouettes.
For the current team, it was also a night to remember.
The Alouettes not only celebrated their 80th anniversary, but they did it by dominating one of their biggest rivals and clinching the East Division in front of a sold-out home crowd.
The fans were loud all night, and they had plenty to celebrate.
Montreal 37. Winnipeg 10. East Division champions.
What a way to celebrate 80 years of Alouettes football!
Montreal’s next game will be on the road against the Saskatchewan Roughriders on October 12 at 1:00 p.m.
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NOTE: Last week, before the trade deadline, Montreal made a trade with All star defensive lineman Julian Howsare (34) and a 7^(th) round pick, in exchange for Montreal’s 5^(th) round pick. Montreal also signed free agent Dylan Wynn who was released by the Hamilton just before the season began. Wynn, already spent time under defensive coordinator Noel Thorpe.
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The Montreal Alouettes hosted the B.C. Lions on Friday night at Molson Stadium in front of a loud crowd of 22,752. Montreal was looking to bounce back after a disappointing loss to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in Winnipeg the previous week. The Alouettes wanted to send a message to the rest of the league that they remain one of the teams to beat this season. The attendance was almost a sellout.
Montreal's opening drive was one of its best of the night. Quarterback Davis Alexander mixed up the play calling, using running back Travis Theis, finding his receivers downfield, and getting fullback Jacob Mason involved. Montreal even used an offensive lineman as an eligible receiver, with Donald Ventrelli making a 22-yard reception.
The drive ended with a seven-yard sweep to wide receiver Tyler Snead, who found the end zone to give Montreal an early touchdown.
Unfortunately for Montreal, the team lost starting running back Travis Theis to injury in the second quarter. Theis made an important block to protect Alexander on the play, but he did not return to the game. Rookie Liam Talbot took over at running back.
After its opening drive, however, Montreal's offence struggled to maintain its momentum. The Alouettes had too many two-and-outs and repeatedly gave the ball back to B.C. With the Lions only trailing 7-3, Montreal needed to sustain drives, either to put points on the board or to control the clock. Instead, the offence allowed B.C. to remain within striking distance.
The Lions took advantage and went into halftime with a 12-7 lead. The score could have been even worse for Montreal. With just over a minute remaining in the second quarter, B.C. appeared to score on a 69-yard touchdown run, but the play was called back because of a holding penalty on the Lions' offensive line involving Montreal's Najee Murray.
All three phases of the Alouettes' game began to come together in the second half.
Head coach Jason Maas and his coaching staff made the necessary adjustments at halftime. Montreal could not continue giving B.C. extra opportunities after going two-and-out, and the changes became evident immediately when the third quarter began.
On a third-and-one from the B.C. 45-yard line, the Lions had an opportunity to extend their lead. Quarterback Nathan Rourke handed the ball to running back Zander Horvat, but Montreal's defensive line stood its ground. Defensive end Adeyemi Berglund and Joshua Archibald stopped Horvat short of the first down. Giving Montreal's offence good field position.
It was the first of several big defensive plays by Montreal in the second half. The stop also energized the crowd, which once again became the Alouettes' 13th man.
Although Montreal forced the turnover on downs, the offence could only manage three points from the opportunity. Still, the defence was beginning to establish control of the game.
Montreal's defence was fired up throughout the second half. Although the Alouettes allowed Rourke to accumulate plenty of passing yards, they made the key plays when they mattered most. Montreal stopped B.C. twice on third-and-one situations and forced three turnovers overall.
Montreal's offence eventually showed why it is considered one of the most explosive units in the CFL.
Alexander connected with wide receiver Tyson Philpot on a huge 45-yard reception, a key play that extended the drive while Montreal trailed 19-10. The drive ended with a six-yard rushing touchdown by rookie Liam Talbot, the first CFL touchdown of his career.
That touchdown proved to be one of the first major turning points of the game.
Later in the third quarter, the Alouettes took the lead on a 48-yard field goal by José Maltos-Diaz, giving Montreal a 20-19 advantage. The crowd erupted as the Alouettes suddenly had control of the game.
The second major turning point came when Montreal's defence delivered an even bigger play.
All-Star defensive back Tyrice Beverette intercepted Nathan Rourke and returned the ball 57 yards for a touchdown. Montreal now led 27-19, putting tremendous pressure on B.C. to score twice with only eight minutes remaining.
The Lions managed to respond with a field goal from Shawn Whyte, cutting Montreal's lead to 27-22.
Montreal's offence responded once again by moving the ball downfield.
Wide receiver Cole Spieker was interfered with in the end zone, resulting in the ball being placed at the one-yard line. Tyler Snead finished the drive with another one-yard rushing touchdown, extending Montreal's lead to 34-22 with just three minutes remaining.
B.C. knew it needed two scores to complete the comeback.
The Lions moved the ball using short passes to keep the chains moving, but with the clock working against them, Rourke eventually had to take more chances downfield. With 1:42 remaining, Rourke connected on a 25-yard touchdown pass to bring B.C. within four points at 34-30.
Many Montreal fans had already left the stadium, but the hardcore CFL fans who remained knew the game was far from over.
On the ensuing kickoff, B.C. attempted a short kick that nearly worked. However, Tyson Philpot came up with the football, giving Montreal possession.
The Alouettes were already in B.C. territory, but they still needed to pick up a first down to effectively end the game. Davis Alexander came through when Montreal needed him most, scrambling for a crucial first down and preventing the Lions from getting another opportunity.
Montreal then sealed the victory with a 39-yard field goal with just 16 seconds remaining.
Although B.C. finished the game with more offensive yards than Montreal, many of those yards came through short passing plays by Nathan Rourke. The Lions struggled to consistently produce big plays downfield, while Montreal's defence made the critical plays at the most important moments.
It was an exciting game from start to finish, and the victory allowed Montreal to clinch first place in the East Division.
The Alouettes will not have much time to celebrate, however. Montreal will face the Lions again next Saturday in Vancouver at 10:00 p.m. ET.
While this was a great victory for Montreal, the team will have to closely monitor the injuries coming out of the game. Travis Theis' injury is particularly important after he left in the second quarter and did not return. Near the end of the game, All-Star defensive back Najee Murray also left with an injury.
Montreal showed plenty of character by coming back from a slow start and making the necessary adjustments at halftime. The defence stepped up, the offence made the big plays when needed, and Davis Alexander delivered a crucial play with his legs to help close out the victory.
The Alouettes now have first place in the East secured. The next challenge will be seeing whether they can defeat the Lions for a second consecutive week — this time on the road in Vancouver.
former Alouettes linebacker Darnell Sankey, who now plays for B.C played his first game against his former team. He'll be looking for revenge next week.
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Going into Winnipeg riding a seven-game winning streak, the Montreal Alouettes were playing with a great deal of confidence. Over the past month, Montreal had been finding ways to win, but when looking back at the teams they had defeated during that stretch, the schedule had not exactly been the toughest in the CFL.
Montreal had faced the winless Ottawa Redblacks twice and Calgary twice, with the Stampeders struggling throughout the season. They also faced a Hamilton Tiger-Cats team that has been dealing with uncertainty at quarterback following the injury to Bo Levi Mitchell. The toughest opponent Montreal had faced during this winning streak was arguably the Edmonton Elks, who had already defeated the Alouettes in Week 4—a game Montreal felt was influenced by a controversial officiating decision.
Tonight, however, the Alouettes faced a much bigger challenge.
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers entered the game with a 5-5 record, but their experience could not be overlooked. Winnipeg has been one of the CFL's most successful teams over the years, and head coach Mike O'Shea has played a major role in establishing that winning culture.
The first half was an entertaining, back-and-forth offensive battle, with Montreal and Winnipeg answering each other's scores and moving the ball effectively.
As the game progressed, however, Winnipeg began putting more pressure on the Alouettes' offensive line. Quarterback Davis Alexander was forced to leave the pocket on numerous occasions as the Bombers continued to bring pressure.
Montreal's running game, meanwhile, was nowhere to be found. A strong running attack has been an important part of the Alouettes' offence this season because it allows the team to keep opposing defences guessing and creates more opportunities in the passing game. Unfortunately, that element was missing against Winnipeg.
Montreal went into halftime trailing 24-21. The deficit could have been worse, but Nate Beauchemin made a crucial tackle on Tommy Nield after Nield fumbled the ball at the one-yard line, preventing Winnipeg from adding another touchdown.
When teams face Winnipeg, one of the biggest priorities is stopping running back Brady Oliveira. Unfortunately for Montreal, that was not the case tonight.
Oliveira finished the game with 16 carries for 106 yards, providing Winnipeg with an important component of its offensive attack. Montreal's defence struggled to contain him, allowing the Bombers to maintain balance and keep pressure on the Alouettes.
The Winnipeg crowd was also a major factor. The atmosphere was loud throughout the night, making communication difficult for Alexander and the Montreal offence.
Alexander appeared frustrated with several officiating decisions during the game. That frustration was particularly noticeable in the third quarter, when Montreal was down by only 10 points and moving the ball effectively.
On one play, Alexander appeared to be the victim of what looked like a horse-collar tackle before getting the ball to Travis Theis. Theis was subsequently ruled to have fumbled the ball. The turnover proved costly, as Winnipeg scored on the following play to extend its lead and gain significant momentum.
Montreal was also without long snapper Philippe Bourassa, who was replaced by Alex Gagné. Gagné does not regularly handle long-snapping duties, and the difference eventually became noticeable.
The Bombers were able to block an Alouettes punt deep in Montreal territory, with the block coming around the Alouettes' own 10-yard line. A special-teams mistake in that area of the field is extremely costly and gave Winnipeg another opportunity to capitalize.
The officiating also became a source of frustration for Montreal's defence as the game progressed.
On several occasions, defensive lineman Adeyemi Berglund appeared to have opportunities to reach Winnipeg quarterback Zach Collaros, but there were plays where he appeared to be held by his jersey without a penalty being called. Other defensive players experienced similar frustrations.
Mustafa Johnson was also penalized for roughing the passer, although from Montreal's perspective, it appeared that Collaros was still in the pocket when the contact occurred.
Montreal remained within striking distance through the third quarter, but everything began to unravel as the game progressed.
Despite the loss, this should be viewed as a learning experience for the Alouettes. Every win and every loss provides an opportunity for a team to evaluate what it did well and what needs to improve.
The most important positive is that Montreal's key starters came out of the game healthy.
There were also individual accomplishments worth noting. Alex Gagné recorded his 95th career special-teams tackle, while wide receiver Tyler Snead surpassed the 1,000-yard receiving mark. Those are important milestones, but the Alouettes now have to turn their attention toward the remainder of the season.
Head coach Jason Maas and his coaching staff will have to make adjustments quickly, as Montreal will face the BC Lions in back-to-back games, beginning at home on September 4.
The Alouettes have a challenging stretch ahead. After the two games against BC, Montreal will face Hamilton, which could become an even tougher matchup if Bo Levi Mitchell returns. The Alouettes will then host Winnipeg before playing two consecutive games against the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Montreal will finish the regular season on the road against the Toronto Argonauts.
The seven-game winning streak is now over, but the season is far from finished.
The Alouettes have to learn from this loss and make the necessary adjustments. Coach Maas and his staff will need to have the team prepared for every remaining game because every game becomes increasingly important at this point of the season.
Football is a three-phase game, offence, defence and special teams; and all three phases have to perform at a high level to win consistently.
Tonight, Winnipeg was the better team.
Now Montreal has to learn from it, regroup, and get ready for the next challenge.
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Montreal hosted the struggling 0-9 Ottawa Redblacks at Percival Molson Stadium on Thursday night for Davis Alexander Bubblehead Night. The Alouettes were looking to win their seventh straight game at home in front of 22,482 fans. This team has been playing with a lot of confidence as of late, and all three phases of their game have been clicking. This game had the feeling of David (Montreal) versus Goliath (Ottawa). Tonight, Goliath dominated David
Ottawa started the game with Montreal taking too many penalties on the opening drive. The referees also failed to call an offside penalty on Ottawa's offensive line, which had some Montreal players fuming. Ottawa eventually moved the ball into Montreal's red zone, but karma struck when rookie Nate Beauchemin intercepted a pass in the corner of the end zone. Montreal's offence, which has been hot all season, then took the field.
Led by quarterback Davis Alexander, Montreal moved the ball well down the field. Alexander found his favourite target, Tyson Philpot, for a seven-yard touchdown reception to give Montreal the early lead.
Montreal's defence, which had seven starters on the injured list in their last game, welcomed several players back from injury. Their return was immediately noticeable, as they made life difficult for Ottawa quarterback Jake Maier, who never seemed to get comfortable in the game.
Nothing seemed to be going right for Ottawa. With the game tied at 7-7, the Redblacks were attempting a field goal to take the lead when a bad snap forced the holder to recover the ball. Kabion Ento then stripped the ball from the holder and gave Montreal possession in Redblacks territory.
Davis Alexander took advantage of the turnover, making several passes to Cole Spieker and Kaseem Ferdinand, with Ferdinand catching a pass at the Ottawa one-yard line. Third-string quarterback Terry Wilson then came in and scored on a quarterback sneak, making it 14-7.
On Ottawa's next possession, Maier, from his own 30-yard line, floated a pass straight into the hands of Montreal cornerback Kabion Ento. Ento took the interception all the way back for a touchdown, extending Montreal's lead to 21-7 and deflating any hope Ottawa had of staying in the game.
Montreal kept its focus throughout the game. With Anthony Calvillo calling the plays this season, the Alouettes have become one of the hottest offences we have seen in years. There has been great chemistry between Calvillo, the mentor, and Alexander, the student, who has learned quickly.
By halftime, Montreal had built a comfortable 25-10 lead.
Montreal's special teams have also been excellent over the past few games. Since DeVonte Dedmon came into the lineup, he has consistently given the Montreal offence excellent field position, often starting around the 42-yard line.
Alexander and the offence returned to the field to start the third quarter. With running back Travis Theis averaging six yards per carry, Montreal was rarely finding itself in second-and-long situations. Alexander connected with Snead and Philpot during the drive, and Ottawa simply could not stop Montreal's offence.
Alexander then handed the ball to Theis three straight times, with the running back taking Montreal down to the Ottawa one-yard line. From the shotgun, Ottawa was expecting another run, but Alexander faked the handoff to Theis and threw a short slant pass to Tyson Philpot, who brought the ball to the Ottawa five-yard line. Once again, Terry Wilson came into the game and scored on a quarterback sneak, making it 32-10.
At that point, many fans began leaving the stadium, as there was little competition left in the game.
As the third quarter continued, Ottawa's first possession was quickly stopped by Montreal's defensive front. With pressure coming from Mustafa Johnson, Shawn Lemon and Josh Archibald, linebacker Geoffrey Cantin-Arku sacked Maier, who fumbled the ball at the same time. The fumble was recovered by Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund. Once again, nothing was going right for Ottawa.
When Montreal extended its lead even further in the fourth quarter, head coach Jason Maas decided to give some of his starters a rest and brought in backup quarterback Dustin Crum to finish the game.
Ottawa once again turned the ball over in the fourth quarter when Najee Murray, who had just returned from injury, intercepted Maier. The Redblacks turned the ball over five times in the game, and you simply cannot win a football game when you commit that many turnovers.
This season, Montreal has been playing with tremendous confidence, and the team continues to play as a unit. The players are constantly giving each other credit. The offence believes in the defence, the defence believes in the offence, and both sides believe in the special teams.
Davis Alexander finished the game 20-for-23 for 260 yards. If he had not been taken out early in the fourth quarter, it could have been another 300-yard passing performance. Alexander is on pace for a 6,000-yard season, but for him and his teammates, winning is what matters most.
Montreal will face a much tougher challenge next week when they travel to Winnipeg. The Blue Bombers are fighting for a playoff spot this season, so the Alouettes will have their work cut out for them.
The game is scheduled for August 28 at 8:30 p.m. Eastern.
Montreal continues to roll, as they have a tougher opponent next week at Winnipeg.
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The Montreal Alouettes hosted the 6-2 Edmonton Elks on Saturday, looking to avenge their loss in Edmonton. With a crowd of roughly 22,500 fans coming out to support their team, Montreal entered the game riding a five-game winning streak.
Montreal went into this game with five injuries on defence, including Mustafa Johnson, Najee Murray, Geoffrey Cantin-Arku, and Wesley Sutton. On offence, they were still without star centre Justin Lawrence. These are all significant key players, and with Montreal playing against the second-best team in the league, many wondered how the Alouettes could pull this one off.
Montreal’s offence has been on fire this season, averaging at least 30 points per game. Montreal’s offence took the field and moved the ball well, but on an aggressive trick play, Tyler Snead received a lateral and tried to throw the ball downfield to Cole Spieker. Unfortunately, the pass was intercepted in the end zone. Montreal’s defence was then called upon to stop former Alouettes quarterback Cody Fajardo.
Not only were Montreal missing all those key players on defence, but their replacements did a heck of a job stopping Fajardo and running back Justin Rankin, who has been tough to stop for any team in the league. Defensive coordinator Noel Thorpe called great plays and prepared the team to stop Rankin while keeping Cody Fajardo on his toes.
The first half was a close game, with Montreal throwing the ball well. Quarterback Davis Alexander wanted to keep his winning streak going and get his revenge against his former mentor, Cody Fajardo.
In the second half, special teams made a huge punt block, which kept the ball around the 50-yard line and resulted in a Montreal touchdown. Special teams were big in this game, especially with Devonte Dedmon getting more reps after starting the season injured. He led the special teams in returns, consistently returning the ball to around midfield. This gave the Montreal offence great starting field position on each drive.
Everything was going Montreal’s way, and the team looked well prepared for this game.
Cornerback Lorenzo Burns should have had yet another interception in the second half, but the officials called it incomplete. He is another underrated cornerback, and many teams try to challenge him, but his ability and determination to make big plays always seem to come at the right time.
Montreal’s interception finally came as Edmonton was moving the ball well late in the third quarter. Montreal’s defensive captain Tyrice Beverette who anticipated the play and came up with a big interception, killing any momentum Edmonton was trying to build in this game. The Montreal crowd got louder as the game progressed.
It has been a hot season for the combination of Davis Alexander and wide receiver Tyson Philpot. Philpot is on pace for a record-breaking 2,300-yard season. He finished the game with 10 receptions for 131 yards, and it was his first game catching three touchdowns.
Also having a big game was Tyler Snead, who caught five passes for 146 yards, while Cole Spieker caught four passes for 34 yards.
Alexander finished the game 22-of-28 for 352 yards, was intercepted once, and, for the first time in his career, threw four touchdowns in one game.
It has been nice to see the amazing protection Alexander has been getting this season from his offensive line, giving him time to find an open receiver and move the ball downfield.
Running back Travis Theis finished the game with 14 carries for 100 rushing yards while adding three catches for 41 yards.
Montreal led 24-17 at halftime. Coach Maas and his staff made adjustments going into the locker room, and Montreal dominated the second half.
Once Montreal extended its lead to 34-17, offensive coordinator Anthony Calvillo decided it was time to use the clock and run the ball more often with Travis Theis, who has been very dominant this season but remains underrated.
You have to give credit to Coach Jason Maas and his staff for preparing the team each week and having the players believe that they can win every game.
Montreal has another bye week this coming week, before facing the Ottawa Redblacks at Molson Stadium on August 20th. The Alouettes will be looking to continue their winning ways and improve to 9-1.
The players don’t look at the statistics. What matters to the players is winning, and that is what they have done for half the season.
We all know what matters most: the Grey Cup.
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This week, the Montreal Alouettes travelled to face the struggling Ottawa Redblacks, with many Montreal fans making the trip by bus and other forms of transportation to support their team. Although Ottawa had yet to win a game this season, head coach Jason Maas and his staff knew better than to overlook any opponent. Montreal defeated Ottawa 37-35 in their first meeting earlier this season, but this time the outcome would not be nearly as close.
Over the past few games, Montreal has committed to a physical running game led by Travis Theis, whose hard-nosed running style has been difficult for opposing defences to contain. That success on the ground has opened up the passing game, something the Alouettes have never been shy about using with offensive coordinator Anthony Calvillo calling the plays. Calvillo has tremendous confidence in quarterback Davis Alexander, and with Ottawa focusing on stopping the run, Alexander quickly took advantage by finding Tyson Philpot deep in Redblacks territory early in the game.
Ottawa elected to give Montreal the ball first, hoping to slow down an offence that has consistently scored on its opening possession in recent weeks. Instead, the strategy backfired. Alexander efficiently marched the offence down the field before capping the opening drive with a six-yard touchdown pass to Cole Spieker, who has been outstanding since returning from injury.
Montreal's defence then immediately made its presence felt. Defensive coordinator Noel Thorpe dialed up relentless pressure on Ottawa quarterback Jake Maier, forcing a quick three-and-out. Thorpe's game plan was clear: don't allow Maier to repeat the success he enjoyed in the first meeting, when he threw for 336 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception. The constant pressure never allowed Maier to get comfortable, forcing him into rushed decisions and several costly mistakes throughout the night.
Alexander has developed excellent chemistry with his receiving corps over the past several games. While Tyson Philpot and Tyler Snead continue to attract the majority of defensive attention, it has created opportunities for receivers such as Cole Spieker to make big plays when left in single coverage.
The game remained competitive through much of the second quarter before Montreal began to pull away, taking a commanding 24-13 lead into halftime.
Ottawa opened the third quarter with some offensive momentum, driving all the way to Montreal's five-yard line. Facing third-and-goal, head coach Ryan Dinwiddie elected to gamble for a touchdown instead of taking the field goal that would have pulled the Redblacks within one possession. Under heavy pressure from linebacker Najee Murray, Maier was forced into an ill-advised throw that landed directly in the hands of defensive end Joshua Archibald, who had an outstanding game. That interception proved to be the turning point, as the momentum completely shifted in Montreal's favour for the remainder of the contest.
On the very next offensive play, Alexander connected with Tyler Snead for a 48-yard gain, a play that further deflated Ottawa's defence. At that point, the Redblacks simply had no answer for Montreal's balanced offensive attack.
As the game wore on, the Alouettes leaned more heavily on Travis Theis to control the clock. Montreal built a commanding 31-13 lead with just over five minutes remaining in the third quarter and never looked back. Despite playing on a short week, the coaching staff had the team thoroughly prepared, and that preparation was evident in every phase of the game.
With just over two minutes remaining, Montreal emptied its bench, allowing several backup players to see action while giving the starters some well-earned rest and reducing the risk of injury.
It was a complete team performance by the Alouettes. Offence, defence, and special teams all contributed key plays throughout the game. Every player appeared confident, energized, and committed to executing the game plan, resulting in one of Montreal's most complete victories of the season.
Big game from Tyson Philpot who had 11 catches for 184 yards, Tyler Snead also had a big night with 9 catches for 174 yards while this week Travis Theis just had 10 carries for 62 yards. Montreal mainly focused on its passing
Note: Tyson Philpot surpassed the 1,000-yard receiving mark with a second-half reception, reaching the milestone in just eight games this season. He is currently on pace for 2,256 receiving yards, which would shatter the CFL single-season record of 2,036 yards set by Allen Pitts of the Calgary Stampeders in 1994.
Montreal returns home on Saturday, August 8, for a 3:00 p.m. showdown at Molson Stadium against the 6-2 Edmonton Elks—the only team to defeat the Alouettes this season. It promises to be one of Montreal's biggest tests of the year.
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Coming back home to take on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats after impressive back-to-back victories in Calgary, the Montreal Alouettes were looking to keep their momentum going. It was a beautiful night for football, and after lower attendance in recent games, 21,014 fans came out to support the team. With a victory, Montreal would win the season series against Hamilton should the two teams finish tied in the standings. The Alouettes entered the game with a 5-1 record, while the Tiger-Cats came in at 3-3.
Hamilton was once again without starting quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, who remains sidelined with an ankle injury. Montreal was also missing standout cornerback Kabion Ento and running back Stevie Scott III.
This week, Montreal activated return specialist DeVonte Dedmon from the six-game injured list after he missed the start of the season. On Hamilton's opening kickoff, Dedmon immediately made an impact, breaking several tackles and returning the ball to midfield, giving Montreal excellent field position to begin the game.
Montreal's offence took the field, and with offensive coordinator Anthony Calvillo calling the plays this season, the offence has become a pass-oriented attack. Davis Alexander has enjoyed outstanding protection from his offensive line, while running back Travis Theis has consistently found running lanes. The Alouettes opened the scoring with a field goal by Jose Maltos.
Although Montreal's offence is known for its passing game, the Alouettes relied heavily on their rushing attack against Hamilton, keeping the Tiger-Cats' defence guessing. Hamilton focused on double-covering Alexander's favourite target, Tyson Philpot, but that didn't faze either Alexander or the offence.
Alexander spread the ball around with quick slants to Tyson Philpot, Cole Spieker, and Tyler Snead. Fullback Marco Dubois was also a pleasant surprise, making several key receptions to extend drives. Just before halftime, however, Hamilton returned a punt 100 yards for a touchdown after several missed tackles by Montreal's special teams.
Despite the mistake, Montreal took a narrow 10-8 lead into halftime in what was a defensive battle and one of the Alouettes' lowest-scoring first halves of the season.
Coming out for the second half, Montreal wanted to build momentum and energize the crowd. A spectacular sideline catches by Cole Spieker moved the offence deep into Hamilton territory. On the following play, Travis Theis appeared to score but was ruled inches short of the goal line. Montreal then called on newcomer Terry Wilson, who powered the ball into the end zone on a quarterback sneak to give the Alouettes a 17-15 lead. Even with the lead, many fans felt the game was still too close.
As the game wore on, the crowd became Montreal's 13th man. Defensive lineman Mustafa Johnson made two huge tackles for loss that helped swing the momentum. Hamilton regained an 18-17 lead heading into the fourth quarter, but the third quarter also featured back-to-back penalties against the Tiger-Cats. One came from the Hamilton sideline, while all-star defensive back Wynton Mcmanis was ejected after kicking an Alouettes player in the head.
Travis Theis carried the offensive load all night, finishing with 19 carries for 156 yards. It was an outstanding performance by both Theis and Montreal's offensive line, which consistently opened holes while the receivers contributed with excellent downfield blocking.
When Montreal regained the lead 20-18 early in the fourth quarter, the pressure shifted to Hamilton quarterback Tre Ford. Montreal's defence consistently collapsed the pocket, making it difficult for Ford to move the ball into scoring position. After the Alouettes extended their lead to 24-18, Ford needed a touchdown to win the game.
With relentless pressure from Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund, Mustafa Johnson, and Josh Archibald, Ford forced a pass that was intercepted by Robert Kennedy III. It was Kennedy's second interception this season against his former team. The first game he returned it for a touchdown.
Montreal's offence then put the game away behind more punishing runs from Travis Theis, whom Hamilton simply could not contain. The Alouettes capped the drive with an eight-yard touchdown run with just 28 seconds remaining. The fans remained until the final whistle, giving the team a well-deserved standing ovation.
Overall, Montreal delivered one of its most complete performances of the season. The defence was outstanding, the offence once again proved it can be explosive while maintaining balance, and special teams rebounded nicely after giving up the long punt return touchdown.
It was a well-balanced team victory, with each unit feeding off the success of the other.
Davis Alexander's remarkable streak without throwing an interception came to an end after 356 consecutive pass attempts, setting a new franchise record.
Travis Theis also enjoyed the biggest game of his CFL career with 156 rushing yards. When Stevie Scott III returns from injury, Montreal's coaching staff will have a difficult decision regarding who should be the team's starting running back. Based on his recent performances, Theis has certainly earned consideration and continues to show he belongs as a major part of the Alouettes' offence.
NOTE: it was Davis Alexander’s first game below 300 yards as he went 21-29, 187 yards and 1 interception.
Montreal now faces a short week as it travels to Ottawa to take on the winless Redblacks (0-6) on Friday night at 7:30 p.m.
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The Montreal Alouettes travelled to Calgary for a rematch against the Stampeders after defeating them 37–30 last week at Molson Stadium. Calgary was looking for revenge, while Montreal wanted to continue its winning momentum.
Montreal’s offence came out blazing once again, with quarterback Davis Alexander receiving excellent protection from his offensive line. On a few occasions, Alexander had to scramble and find a receiver while also trying to avoid aggravating the hamstring injury that limited him to just seven games last season.
On Montreal’s opening drive, offensive coordinator Anthony Calvillo mixed up the running and passing game, frequently using running back Travis Theis. Theis was difficult to bring down on many of his runs, often requiring multiple Calgary defenders to tackle him.
In the second quarter, Theis took an unnecessary cheap shot from a Calgary defender while going out of bounds. The hit resulted in a 15-yard penalty for roughing out of bounds. The penalty helped Montreal continue its drive, which eventually resulted in another touchdown and gave the Alouettes a 15–0 lead.
Later in the drive, Alexander faced pressure but was able to rely on his legs to escape the rush. He then connected with Tyler Snead on a 40-yard pass. The drive ended with Snead scoring on a 25-yard catch-and-run touchdown, extending Montreal’s lead to 22–0.
On Calgary’s first drive into the red zone, Alexander found Cole Spieker deep in the end zone for a touchdown, making Spieker’s return to the field a memorable one.
Calgary finally got on the scoreboard before halftime when Jude McAtamney connected on a 32-yard field goal, sending Montreal into the locker room with a comfortable 22–3 lead.
Many people may have thought the game was over—but think again.
Montreal’s defence has struggled to stop the run this season, and Calgary took advantage of that weakness in the second half. The Stampeders relied heavily on running back Dedrick Mills, who finished with 130 yards on 15 carries.
Calgary scored on its opening possession of the second half, cutting Montreal’s lead to 22–11 and making the game much closer.
Alexander and the Montreal offence did not panic. He calmly led the team down the field and connected once again with Cole Spieker, who had an outstanding night. Quarterback Dustin Crum then came into the game and scored on a quarterback sneak, extending Montreal’s lead to 29–11.
Although Montreal still had a comfortable lead, there was plenty of football left to play.
In the fourth quarter, Alexander ran the ball and came up just inches short of the first down. It appeared that Montreal could easily convert the short yardage with a quarterback sneak, but the Alouettes instead handed the ball to Travis Theis. The Calgary defenders appeared to stop him short, forcing the officials to bring out the chains to determine whether Montreal had gained enough for the first down.
The measurement showed that Theis had fallen just inches short.
A few possessions later, Calgary continued its comeback and cut Montreal’s lead to 32–25. Fans in the stadium and those watching at home were on the edge of their seats as the game began to resemble last week’s matchup, when Montreal’s defence stopped Calgary from tying the game.
This time, however, Calgary’s offence completed the comeback, tying the game with just 1:06 remaining.
What Calgary may not have realized was that Montreal’s offence has been one of the hottest units in the league.
With a calm and composed Davis Alexander at quarterback and Anthony Calvillo calling the plays, the Alouettes moved the ball down the field. Calvillo and Alexander continued to mix the running and passing game while keeping Calgary’s defence guessing.
Even when Alexander came under pressure, he was able to escape the pocket. He eventually found wide receiver Kaseem Ferdinand for a 27-yard touchdown, giving Montreal the lead.
Kicker Jose Maltos-Diaz missed the extra point, however, meaning Calgary still had an opportunity to drive down the field and win the game with a touchdown.
With 1:11 remaining, the game once again came down to Montreal’s defence.
Vernon Adams moved the Calgary offence down the field effectively, but Isaac Abeyema-Bergland made a huge play by batting down a second-down pass. With Calgary facing a critical third down, the Stampeders had no choice but to go for it.
Adams connected with wide receiver Brooks, but Montreal defensive back Faion Hicks stripped the ball from Brooks’ hands. The ball was recovered by Montreal defensive back Najee Murray, who secured the fumble and went down to end the game.
The Alouettes escaped Calgary with another victory.
However, Montreal cannot continue allowing opponents to mount such major comebacks. The Alouettes need to continue playing their game in all three phases—offence, defence and special teams—for the full 60 minutes.
Montreal’s defence also cannot continue allowing this many yards and points if the team wants to win consistently. The offence has been playing at a very high level, but the defence must improve and find a way to limit opposing teams. Montreal will not be able to rely on its offence to score 30 or more points every game. If the Alouettes want to continue winning, the defence must step up and stop allowing opponents to gain so many yards and score so many points.
Alexander connected with seven different receivers the whole game, spreading out to all his offensive teammates. He went 25-for-32 for 402 yards, marking his sixth game with more than 300 passing yards.
Alexander also made history during the game, passing Darian Durant for the most consecutive completed passes without an interception. He has now completed 336 passes without throwing an interception.
The Alouettes will now return home to host the Hamilton Tiger-Cats this Sunday at 7 p.m. Hamilton will be without starting quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, who is expected to miss several games with an ankle injury. Former Edmonton quarterback Tre Ford is expected to get the start for the Tiger-Cats.
Montreal will need to be ready.
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The Alouettes were hosting the Calgary Stampeders after Montreal were coming off their bye week. During that week, Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams had a hot hand against the Toronto Argonauts; throwing for six touchdowns. Montreal’s defence and special teams since the start of the season have been having issues with their tackling; which had to be addressed before tonight’s game. It was not a sellout crowd, yet fans were loud to cheer on their team, attendance was 18,046.
With Montreal’s offence being the spark plug this season, with the tandem between quarterback Davis Alexander and wide receiver Tyson Philpot, it has been hard to stop these two when Alexander is well protected. So far this season, Alexander has been sacked three times in fours games, and has time to find his receivers or move out of the pocket slightly. As one play Alexander moved out to throw and grabbed his hamstring lightly, the same injury which kept him out of play for most of last year.
Montreal started with the ball but couldn’t finish their drive and depended on kicker Jose Maltos-Diaz for a 27-yard field goal. On Montreal’s next possession, as the defence stopped Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams, with Najee Murray punching the ball out to make him fumble, at Calgary’s own 48-yard line. Calgary had a hard time covering Tyson Philpot as Alexander found him twice down field. While in Calgary’s 10-yard line, some trickery from the Alouettes’ offence. Alexander passed it vertically to wide receiver Tyler Snead, who then through the ball to Tyson Philpot in the end zone; making it 10-0 Montreal.
Calgary started to make a game out of it with a touchdown of their own, just before the first quarter ended.
Calgary’s returner felt more dangerous than our Mario Alford who didn’t seem to have ideas where to run during his kick returns and punt returns. As Tyreik Mcallister finished the game with 4 kickoff returns for 103 yards, while Shaun 1 return for 8 yards. Compared to Mario Alford of Montreal, who he has been exciting in the CFL, not this season, as tonight he had 4 kickoff returns for 71 yards, and none of his returns seemed to scare Calgary’s Special teams.
Davis Alexander, Tyson Philpot and Tyler Snead put the game on their shoulders as they extended the lead to 24-13 before going into halftime.
Montreal’s front line of Mustafa Johnson Isaac Berglund and Joshua Archibald put pressure on Vernon Adams in the third and fourth quarter. CB Lorenzo Burns, had one hell of a game with 5 tackles and batting down 1 important pass, he was all over the back, including Tyrice Beverette and Najee Murray.
Montreal’s offence has averaged 30 plus points per game, but it seemed as if the team stopped playing after making it 37-23 with 6:26 remaining in the game.
Not sure why defensive coordinator stopped the pressure on Vernon Adams, giving him time to find his receivers to make the game 37-30 with 2:17. Montreal had the chance to kill the game on offence, they moved the ball well, but with a call on 2^(nd) down at 2-yards to go, offensive coordinator Anthony Calvillo decided to call a long pass play to Tyler Snead which did not materialize. Which means, Calgary still had hopes to tie the game, with many still in their seats. Calgary in Montreal’s red zone, on a 3rd down and long to tie the game, Montreal edge rusher and newcomer David Pareles knocked down a pass from Vernon Adams tosecure the win. Montreal now moves to 4-1, first in the East, while Calgary move to 2-3, and are third in the West.
These two team’s faceoffs against each other once again this Saturday in Calgary, with Calgary looking to avenge their loss.
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With summer in full swing in Montreal, the Alouettes hosted the Ottawa Redblacks (0-2) in front of a solid crowd of 17,138. Montreal has continued to find ways to win early this season, but concerns are growing on the defensive side of the ball as they continue to allow too many yards.
Last week in Edmonton, Elks running back Justin Rankin piled up 230 total yards, repeatedly breaking tackles and exposing Montreal’s defensive struggles. Heading into this week, head coach Jason Maas emphasized the need to clean up tackling and improve discipline on defence.
Once again, Montreal’s offence set the tone. However, kicker José Maltos-Díaz surprisingly missed his first field goal attempt after a streak of 25 straight makes.
The Alouettes quickly responded. Late in the first quarter, Davis Alexander escaped the pocket and connected with wide receiver Alexander Hollins for a 53-yard touchdown, giving Montreal early momentum.
Despite starting the season with backup running back Travis Theis filling in admirably for the injured Stevie Scott III, the backfield continues to look strong. Scott has since returned and looked like he had not missed a beat, giving the coaching staff confidence in both backs to share duties effectively.
Quarterback Davis Alexander continues to be the engine of this offence, throwing for over 300 yards in his first four games of the season. His offensive line deserves credit as well, consistently giving him time in the pocket, though Alexander has still been forced to scramble on several occasions to avoid pressure.
His favourite target remains Tyson Philpot, who delivered another standout performance with 12 receptions for 198 yards. One of the highlights of the game came when Alexander rolled out of the pocket and found Philpot near the 4-yard line on a spectacular improvisational play.
Montreal went into halftime up 21–6 and appeared in control, but Ottawa had other plans.
The Redblacks made a significant change at quarterback, moving away from veteran Dru Brown in favour of former Stampeder Jake Maier.
Ottawa adjusted its offensive strategy, focusing on quick releases to counter Montreal’s pass rush.
The approach worked to some extent, as Montreal’s offence stalled at times with a few two-and-outs, allowing Ottawa to claw back into the game.
Defensively, Montreal’s front continued to generate pressure, with Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund, Joshua Archibald, and Mustafa Johnson combining for consistent disruption, including two sacks on Maier.
Montreal led 21–12 heading into the fourth quarter, but Ottawa closed the gap to 21–18 by the end of the third.
Running back Stevie Scott III added a highlight of his own, breaking free for a 20-yard run—his longest of the season—showing patience and power as he fought through contact to the outside.
There was also a controversial officiating moment when Montreal was penalized for offside on number 62, despite it appearing that an Ottawa defender was the one lined up early. The call stalled Montreal’s momentum at a key moment in the game.
Once again, however, defensive tackling remained an issue for Montreal. The coaching staff will need to address this quickly, as the team continues to allow far too many yards and second-chance opportunities.
Special teams, usually a strength for Montreal, nearly changed the outcome. With 56 seconds remaining, Ottawa returner Kalil Pimpleton broke loose for a 94-yard kickoff return touchdown, narrowing the gap to 37–35.
The stadium remained tense as Ottawa attempted an onside kick in the final seconds, but Tyson Philpot calmly secured the ball to seal the victory for Montreal.
The Alouettes head into a bye week before hosting the Calgary Stampeders (1–2) at Molson Stadium on July 11 at 7:00 p.m.
While Montreal escapes with another win, the message is clear: the offence is firing, but defensive consistency will need to improve if the team wants to remain among the league’s elite.
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With the Montreal Alouettes hosting the Toronto Argonauts in their home opener before an almost sold-out crowd of 21,106, fans were treated to a thrilling contest that kept them on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Montreal entered the game battered and bruised. The Alouettes were without starting running back Stevie Scott III, while all-star centre Justin Lawrence and standout receiver Cole Spieker were both placed on the six-game injured list. Toronto, meanwhile, was playing its first game of the season with quarterback Chad Kelly returning behind centre.
The Alouettes wasted no time electrifying the crowd. Known for opening games with a running play, Montreal surprised everyone on its first offensive snap with a flea-flicker. Davis Alexander connected with Tyson Philpot for a 46-yard gain, setting up Montreal's first touchdown drive and sending the crowd into a frenzy.
Despite the fast start, Toronto controlled much of the game and held the lead for long stretches. Montreal would not regain the advantage until the fourth quarter when back up QB Dustin Crum punched in a one-yard quarterback sneak to give the Alouettes a 24-23 lead.
The game's defining moment came later in the fourth quarter. Linebacker Mica Awe burst through Toronto's protection to block a punt, which was recovered in the end zone by defensive back Arthur Hamelin for a touchdown. The score gave Montreal a 30-23 lead after Jose Maltos-Diaz missed the extra point, leaving the door slightly open for Toronto with 2:44 remaining.
Montreal's defence stepped up once again, forcing a stop before the offence delivered the knockout blow. Rather than running out the clock, Alexander went deep and found Philpot for a 26-yard touchdown that effectively sealed the victory.
Toronto answered with a late touchdown, but Philpot recovered the ensuing onside kick to put the game away.
Montreal's offensive line provided excellent protection throughout the night, allowing Davis Alexander to put together an outstanding performance. The quarterback completed 30 of 42 passes for 441 yards and several touchdowns. His numbers could have been even better if not for a few uncharacteristic drops by reliable receiver Tyler Snead.
The connection between Alexander and Tyson Philpot was nearly unstoppable. Philpot finished with nine receptions for 193 yards and two touchdowns, repeatedly finding ways to beat Toronto's secondary.
Off-season acquisition Jerreth Sterns also made a significant impact, hauling in nine catches for 112 yards.
Running back Travis Theis wasn't heavily utilized on the ground, carrying the ball eight times for 43 yards, but he remained effective whenever called upon. He also added three receptions for 32 yards and consistently created problems for Toronto's defence.
Defensively, Montreal struggled at times to contain Chad Kelly. Early in the game, defensive coordinator Noel Thorpe relied on a three-man rush, allowing Kelly ample time to survey the field. Kelly took advantage, finishing the night 28-for-46 for 445 yards.
As the game progressed, Montreal began increasing the pressure, forcing Kelly into mistakes. Just before halftime, rookie linebacker Bubba Bolden, who entered the game after Tyreece Beverette was injured, intercepted Kelly to preserve a 14-13 Montreal lead heading into the locker room.
When it mattered most, the Alouettes' defensive front began to assert itself. Led by Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund, Josh Archibald, and the returning Mustafa Johnson, Montreal generated key pressure late in the game.
Toronto frequently targeted Arthur Hamelin in coverage, finding success at times against the young defensive back. However, cornerback Kabion Ento delivered another strong performance, breaking up two crucial passes in the end zone to prevent Toronto touchdowns.
While Montreal's defense made several game-changing plays, the unit will likely focus on cleaning up the big plays it allowed. The Argonauts accumulated 516 net yards of offense, a number the Alouettes will want to reduce moving forward.
The Alouettes now head west to face the Edmonton Elks next Saturday at 4:00 p.m. Eastern. The matchup will feature several familiar faces, including former Montreal quarterback Cody Fajardo and former Alouettes receivers Austin Mack and Kaion Julien-Grant.
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As these past years have been tough on Juve fans, the rebuild has to start on defence, they were always strong on defence with Italian talent. Scouts have to look at the future, and people like chiellini have to find defensive coaches in their youth academy to teach them to defend like he did. With Chiellini and Barzagli in their youth academy back, no one use to pass.
Now, with Bremer and Gatti, it has gotten worse, they should look at the U21 national team, select the CBs from there and develop them.
There are too many pieces to this puzzle to fix, but slowly start building, and we can eventually talk about strikers and midfielders. Juve use to field 6-8 Italians, starters. Now? I think 3.
Spaletti isn’t the solution, neither is conte, De Zerbi is better than both imo. Let’s see what the summer signings bring.
With the Alouettes opening their season on the road amid plenty of uncertainty, Montreal answered early questions with resilience, mounting a comeback to secure a 30–27 overtime victory in Hamilton.
The first half painted a difficult picture for Montreal. The Alouettes were plagued by discipline issues, taking 10 penalties for 113 yards, disrupting any chance at sustained momentum. Despite their struggles, they trailed by just seven at halftime.
Things worsened early in the third quarter when Hamilton extended its lead to 14 points, leaving Montreal fans with little to celebrate. However, the turning point came on a crucial mistake by quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell. His pass was intercepted and returned for a pick-six by Robert Kennedy III, instantly shifting momentum in Montreal’s favor.
That play sparked life into both the offence and defence, setting the stage for a determined comeback.
Quarterback Davis Alexander delivered an outstanding performance, completing 26 of 38 passes for 336 yards and two touchdowns. He connected with Tyler Snead for one score and continued to show strong chemistry with his primary target, Tyson Philpot, for the other.
With renewed energy and confidence, the Alouettes battled back to force overtime, where they ultimately sealed the victory in dramatic fashion.
The win not only marks a strong start to the season but also highlights Montreal’s ability to overcome adversity—something that could prove crucial as the year unfolds.
