New York Rangers surprised Montreal Canadiens, mounting an impressive comeback to win the game. Montreal Canadiens seemed to be in command, with a 89% chance to win during the middle stretches of the game, but no lead proved large enough.
The game was expected to be an even matchup, New York Rangers had a 52% chance to win before the game started. Montreal Canadiens led for most of the game, with New York Rangers only taking their first lead at the end of the game.