The Habs had a strong start to their season with a 4-1 record, tying for the lead in the Atlantic Division.
Digging into the numbers, Montreal's performance has been notable, but the question remains: are the results hiding underlying statistics that could foreshadow issues in the near future?
Before examining the statistics, it's essential to consider the opposition. The average ranking of the teams they played so far is 12th, compared to 14th at the same point last year.
Are they playing above their pay grade right now?
The team's performance will be put to the test in their sixth game against the New York Rangers.
Author's summary: Habs start strong with 4-1 record.