Cole Caufield scored back-to-back goals, giving the Canadiens a lead by the end of the second period, erasing the Oilers' 3-1 lead.
In the third period, Mike Matheson was called for tripping against Connor McDavid, and Leon Draisaitl scored on the powerplay. Following this, Josh Anderson was called for unsportsmanlike conduct, giving the Oilers another powerplay opportunity.
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored on the ensuing powerplay, equalizing the game, and Vasily Podkolzin scored the game winner with 1:09 left.
Refs took over the game
Cole Caufield criticized the game's officiating, which potentially cost them the game. The unsportsmanlike conduct call against Josh Anderson was made after he shot the puck away in frustration following Draisaitl's goal.
Author's summary: Canadiens lose due to controversial refereeing calls.