Viel Delivers High Hit on Dach and Assists Gauthier's Game-Winner

Viel was involved in a high hit on Kirby Dach three minutes into Sunday's game, resulting in an upper-body injury for the Canadiens forward. No penalty was assessed on the play. Later in the contest, Viel provided the primary assist on Cutter Gauthier's game-winning goal with 2:30 remaining, helping the Ducks secure a 4-3 victory over Montreal and reclaim the lead in the Pacific Division. He also declined fight requests from Arber Xhekaj and Josh Anderson.