The Canadiens' offensive principle of favouring shot quality over volume is being put to the test by the Hurricanes in this series.

Carolina's style of play and record in the playoffs have given rise to certain assumptions. This series might be proving them wrong.

The Hurricanes have turned this series with its depth and a focus on Lane Hutson. But the Canadiens still have one advantage.

The Canadiens' offensive principle of favouring shot quality over volume is being put to the test by the Hurricanes in this series.

Maturity in hockey often comes down to a capacity to make decisions, and the Canadiens' decision-making needs to improve in a hurry.

The Canadiens' strength as a team is their ability to make decisions, and the Hurricanes' pressure game has turned that into a weakness.

The Hurricanes were overpowered in last year’s conference final loss to the Florida Panthers. They took notes.