Cole Caufield Extends Goal-Scoring Streak to 6 Games

The 25-year-old Montreal Canadiens forward has netted 30 goals so far this season

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:44am

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Cole Caufield, the 25-year-old forward for the Montreal Canadiens, is on a remarkable goal-scoring streak, having found the back of the net in six consecutive games. During this hot stretch, Caufield has scored 9 goals, including a hat trick against the Boston Bruins. His current run ties him with former Canadiens players Max Pacioretty and Max Domi for the longest goal streak by a Montreal player in the past 30 years.

Why it matters

Caufield's red-hot scoring has been a bright spot for the Canadiens this season, as the team looks to build on last year's performance. His ability to consistently find the back of the net has made him one of the most exciting young players in the NHL and a key part of Montreal's offensive attack.

The details

In the Canadiens' recent 3-2 overtime victory against the Vegas Golden Knights, Caufield scored his 30th goal of the season. While he could have had even more goals if not for some tough luck, including a disallowed goal due to an offside call, Caufield's persistence paid off as he was able to jam the puck past Golden Knights goaltender Akira Schmid in the second period to give Montreal the lead.

  • Caufield has extended his goal-scoring streak to 6 consecutive games.
  • His current run ties him with Max Pacioretty (2014-15) and Max Domi (2019-20) for the longest goal streak by a Canadiens player in the past 30 years.
  • Caufield scored his 30th goal of the season in the Canadiens' 3-2 overtime win against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Cole Caufield

A 25-year-old forward for the Montreal Canadiens who is currently on a red-hot scoring streak, having netted 30 goals so far this season.

Martin St. Louis

The head coach of the Montreal Canadiens, who has praised Caufield for his development into a well-rounded player and his strong performance across the ice.

Akira Schmid

The goaltender for the Vegas Golden Knights, who made several key saves against Caufield during the Canadiens' 3-2 overtime victory.

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What they’re saying

“It's weird. I mean, that's how hockey goes. I think you could totally go the opposite, go a couple games without a goal. I just like where my game is at right now.”

— Cole Caufield, Montreal Canadiens Forward

“I realized that was offside probably right when it happened and kind of forgot there when the stick broke. I was kind of excited about that. It's just the way hockey goes.”

— Cole Caufield, Montreal Canadiens Forward

“I think I'm getting a lot of chances and, obviously, the goalie made some big saves on me a couple times. I could have had more, but happy to get (number) 30 today.”

— Cole Caufield, Montreal Canadiens Forward

“When you stay within the principles of the game, it doesn't guarantee anything, but it increases the percentages of getting those touches. He's playing with the percentages right now. When those individual moments arise, he's really confident right now.”

— Martin St. Louis, Montreal Canadiens Head Coach

What’s next

If Caufield continues on this trajectory and remains injury-free, he is projected to finish the season with an impressive total of 47 goals.

The takeaway

Caufield's hot streak has been a bright spot for the Canadiens this season, showcasing his development into one of the most exciting young players in the NHL. His ability to consistently find the back of the net has made him a key part of Montreal's offensive attack and a player to watch as the team looks to build on last year's performance.