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Summary

The script recaps a hockey game between the Montreal Canadiens and New York Islanders, focusing on the return of legendary coach Patrick Roy to Montreal. The Canadiens jumped out to a three-goal lead in the first period. However, the Islanders rallied back in the third after Brendan Gallagher delivered a dangerous illegal check to the head of Simon Pelic, resulting in a five-minute major penalty. The Islanders would tie the game during the ensuing power play before the Canadiens responded to retake the lead. The Canadiens held on for a thrilling 4-3 win in Roy's emotional return to Montreal.

Takeaways

• 😀 Patrick Roy returns to Montreal as Islanders' head coach
• 😡 Gallager delivers dangerous hit to Pelic's head
• 🚨 Canadians score 3 goals in first 12 minutes
• ⚡️ Canadians kill penalties in 2nd period to maintain lead
• 😡 Gallager gets 5 minute major for hit on Pelic
• 😕 Pelic leaves game after hit from Gallager
• 😀 Islanders score 3 straight on powerplay after Gallager penalty
• 😁 Monahan scores late to give Canadians 4-3 lead
• 😀 Canadians hold on to beat Islanders 4-3
• ⚡️ Great atmosphere with Roy's return to Montreal

Q & A

Who was the head coach returning to Montreal in this game?

Patrick Roy, a Quebec City native and former Canadiens legend, was returning as the new head coach of the New York Islanders.

How did the Canadiens take an early lead in the game?

The Canadiens scored three power play goals in the first period, with Nick Suzuki, Joel Armia, and Elias Lindholm finding the back of the net.

What controversial hit did Brendan Gallagher deliver in the third period?

Gallagher hit Islanders' Jean-Gabriel Pageau with a high, illegal check to the head, resulting in a 5-minute major penalty.

How did the Islanders capitalize on the power play from Gallagher's penalty?

The Islanders scored two power play goals from Brock Nelson and Andrei Svechnikov to tie the game 3-3.

How did the Canadiens respond after the Islanders tied it?

Jonathan Drouin scored for the Canadiens soon after the Islanders tied it to regain the lead 4-3.

What was the final score of the game?

The Canadiens held on to win 4-3.

How many saves did Canadiens goalie Jake Allen record?

Allen made 44 saves on 47 shots faced.

What injury concerns surround Jean-Gabriel Pageau after the hit?

Pageau has a history of concussions, and there is concern about his long-term health after this illegal hit to the head.

Will Brendan Gallagher likely face supplemental discipline for the hit?

Yes, Gallagher will likely receive a multi-game suspension for the clearly illegal check to the head on Pageau.

What coach seemed pleased with his team's resilience after they overcame the 3-goal deficit?

Islanders coach Patrick Roy appeared pleased with his team's ability to battle back and tie the game before ultimately losing.