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Nick Suzuki Hits 100 Points, Ends Canadiens' 40-Year Drought

4/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Nick Suzuki, captain of the Montreal Canadiens, reached 100 points on April 15, 2026.
He scored his 29th goal against the New York Islanders and added an assist for his 101st point.
The milestone ends a 40-year drought since Mats Naslund last reached 100 points for the Canadiens in 1986.
Suzuki's play supports a Selke Trophy candidacy as the Canadiens pursue the Atlantic Division's top spot ahead of the playoffs.

History

Historical Context

Mats Näslund made history in 1986 by scoring 110 points, becoming the first Montreal Canadiens player to surpass 100 points in a season since Guy Lafleur in 1977. This achievement underscored the Canadiens' dominance in the NHL during the 1980s, a decade in which they won 10 Stanley Cups. Recently, Nick Suzuki's 101 points echo Näslund's legacy, signaling a revival of offensive prowess for the team.

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Story summary

Nick Suzuki, captain of the Montreal Canadiens, reached 100 points on April 15, 2026.
He scored his 29th goal against the New York Islanders and added an assist for his 101st point.
The milestone ends a 40-year drought since Mats Naslund last reached 100 points for the Canadiens in 1986.
Suzuki's play supports a Selke Trophy candidacy as the Canadiens pursue the Atlantic Division's top spot ahead of the playoffs.

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