Secondary scoring comes through, Price woes continue, as Pens top Canadiens 4-1
MONTREAL — It is rare that the name Carey Price is linked with the word “slump” but the Montreal Canadiens star goaltender is starting to hear it.
A 4-1 loss on Wednesday night to the Pittsburgh Penguins marked the eighth time in Price’s last 10 outings that he has let in three or more goals. The Canadiens are 3-5-2 in that span.
The Canadiens’ shaky defensive play of late has had much to do with it, but the 2015 Vezina Trophy winner has also not been at the top of his usually stellar game either.
“When you allow goals it’s usually a team fault, but you’ve got to look at it for what it’s worth on my part — I need to play better,” said Price. “I’ve also got to stay positive and look at the bright side.