Canadiens eliminated, couldn't overcome early injuries to Dach, Newhook

The Montreal Canadiens failed to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the third consecutive season. Montreal (29-34-12) was eliminated from contention when it lost to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday. The Canadiens reached the Stanley Cup Final in 2021, losing to the Tampa Bay Lightning in five games. Here is a look at what happened in the 2023-24 season for the Canadiens and why things could be better next season.