Alex Newhook is the Canadiens' hero no one ever expected
Alex Newhook has emerged as an unexpected hero for the Montreal Canadiens during the 2026 playoffs. He scored crucial game-winning goals in both Game 7s against the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Buffalo Sabres, solidifying his place in Canadiens history. Newhook's performance has been remarkable, especially considering his previous career highs in goals were significantly lower than his recent playoff success.
- ▪Alex Newhook scored his first playoff goal in Game 7 against the Tampa Bay Lightning, which became the game-winner.
- ▪He scored another game-winning goal in overtime against the Buffalo Sabres in the next Game 7.
- ▪Newhook is only the second player to achieve multiple Game 7 game-winning goals in one postseason, joining Nathan Horton from 2011.
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