Canadiens fans saddened by loss, proud team made it to Stanley Cup final
by Jacob Serebrin, The Canadian Press
Posted Jul 8, 2021 12:35 am EDT
Last Updated Jul 8, 2021 at 12:41 am EDT
Montreal Canadiens fans react as they watch Game 5 Stanley Cup finals action against the Tampa Bay Lightning on a big screen outside of the Bell Centre in Montreal, Wednesday, July 7, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
MONTREAL — There were tears on the streets of downtown Montreal Wednesday night, as the Canadiens ended their Stanley Cup run with a 1-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning.
For the fans outside the Bell Centre, where large crowds have gathered during games, there was still hope until the last second. “Just one goal,” was the cheer of the night.