Columbus Defeats Montreal 5-2

Blue Jackets score two first-period goals to take down Canadiens

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:50am

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The Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the Montreal Canadiens by a score of 5-2 in a National Hockey League matchup. Columbus scored two goals in the first period to take an early lead, which they would not relinquish for the rest of the game.

Why it matters

This win helps the Blue Jackets maintain their position in the NHL standings as they push for a playoff spot, while the Canadiens continue to struggle in what has been a difficult season for the storied franchise.

The details

Columbus got goals from Boone Jenner and Charlie Coyle in the first period to jump out to a 2-0 lead. Montreal's Josh Anderson scored late in the first to cut the deficit to 2-1, but the Blue Jackets pulled away with three unanswered goals in the second and third periods to secure the victory.

  • The game was played on April 12, 2026.

The players

Boone Jenner

A forward for the Columbus Blue Jackets who scored the opening goal of the game.

Charlie Coyle

A forward for the Columbus Blue Jackets who scored the second goal of the game.

Josh Anderson

A forward for the Montreal Canadiens who scored their lone goal in the first period.

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What they’re saying

“We came out strong in the first period and that set the tone for the rest of the game. Our guys played with a lot of energy and discipline tonight.”

— Brad Larsen, Head Coach, Columbus Blue Jackets

What’s next

The Blue Jackets will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Canadiens will try to regroup and find a way to turn their season around.

The takeaway

This game showcased the Blue Jackets' ability to jump out to an early lead and then maintain control throughout, while the Canadiens struggled to mount a comeback despite a late first-period goal.