Bolduc ripped a shot into the top‑left corner 4:36 into the third period, snapping a 31‑game goalless streak and giving the Canadiens a 2‑1 lead. The win marks Montreal’s third consecutive victory.
Jayden Struble scored the opening goal at 9:54 in the first period, ending his own drought, while Jakub Dobes made 25 saves. Columbus, coached by Rick Bowness, fell to 19‑4‑4 under the new regime.