Russian forward Ivan Demidov of the Montreal Canadiens recorded an assist in the fourth game of the NHL playoff quarterfinal series against the Buffalo Sabres. The match took place at the Bell Centre in Montreal. As of the time of writing, the second period was underway, with the score tied at 2-2.
The game ended with a 3-2 victory for the Buffalo Sabres, as shown by the final score.
According to the NHL’s press service, Demidov increased his career playoff assist total to six. Only five rookies in Canadiens history have recorded more assists in the playoffs: Chris Chelios (17), P.K. Subban (9), Jean Béliveau (8), Cole Caufield (8), and Pierre Mondou (7).
The series currently stands at 2-1 in favor of Montreal.