
Slafkovsky, 22, Makes History in Canadiens' Playoff Win
Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky became the youngest player ever to score a hat trick in a playoff opener, lifting his team to a stunning 4-3 overtime victory against the heavily favored Tampa Bay Lightning. The 22-year-old's three power-play goals, including the overtime winner, marked a historic breakthrough for both the player and the franchise.