Kraken – Canadiens

Kraken’s Hat Trick Hilarity: A Habs 8-2 Horror Show!

Catch the madness of the Kraken vs. Canadiens game where Brandon Montour's hat trick steals the spotlight!

The stage was set at the vibrant Centre Bell in Montreal for an exhilarating matchup between the Seattle Kraken and the Montreal Canadiens on October 29, 2023. As anticipation hung in the air, fans were ready to witness a showdown that promised both thrills and chills. Little did they know, they were in for a wild ride as the Kraken decided to showcase their dominance in style. With the game broadcasted on KONG, viewers were glued to their screens for what turned out to be the Kraken's easiest win of the season.

What initially started as a competitive affair quickly turned into a one-sided spectacle. Skating onto the ice like a pack of hungry wolves, the Kraken swiftly scored on their first two shots, setting the tone for an impending avalanche. Brandon Montour, wearing the crown of recognition, accomplished the incredible feat of scoring a hat trick—his first in the NHL—while teammates like Stephenson dazzled with four assists. The Canadiens, despite their attempts to regroup, were thoroughly outmatched, falling to an embarrassing 8-2 rout that left fans shaking their heads in disbelief.

In an iconic segment of the game, Canadiens’ goalie, Samuel Montembeault, took full responsibility in his post-game reflection saying, “We didn’t play well, and it starts with me.” He might not have been wrong, but it would take more than a goalie’s honesty to mend the team's spirits after an outing that will surely haunt them. This defeat marked a significant jumble in the Canadiens' rebuilding efforts and raised eyebrows regarding their defensive strategies. Their hunt for a winning streak, however, diminished before it even began!

As amusing as a game with such a lopsided score can be, there are layers to peel back regarding the dynamics of the game. Many took to social media to joke about the Canadiens’ performance, with memes of crying Habs fans surfacing like badly drawn cartoons. But as the Kraken flapped their wings and danced across the ice, fans couldn't help but ask: was this the Kraken's best performance, or simply a sign of how far the Canadiens still have to go?