Alex Texier Shines in Canadiens Victory
In an impressive performance last night, Alex Texier, who previously played for the Columbus Blue Jackets, delivered a standout showing for the Montreal Canadiens in their convincing 6-2 victory against the Florida Panthers. Facing off against former teammate Sergei Bobrovsky, Texier helped his team secure their third consecutive win, elevating the Canadiens to the top of the Atlantic Division standings.
Historic Hat Trick
Highlighting his exceptional night, Texier achieved his very first hat trick, scoring three goals during his 262nd game in the NHL. His final goal came with just 50 seconds remaining in the match, a fitting capstone on a remarkable performance that not only marked his inaugural hat trick but also his second three-point outing in as many games. Just the night before, he had already made waves by scoring once and providing two assists, leading to his first three-point game of his career.
Previously, during his time with the Blue Jackets, Texier had come close with a couple of two-goal games and multiple two-point nights, yet the elusive hat trick had thus far evaded him. With this achievement, he joins the ranks of Pierre-Édouard Bellemare and Antoine Roussel as the only French-born players to register 100 career points in NHL history.
New Beginnings
Texier began a new chapter in his career when he was traded to the St. Louis Blues from Columbus on June 28, 2024. A mere day before signing with the Canadiens on November 23, 2025, the Blues had terminated his contract after he saw action in only 39 games over two seasons with them. So far this season, he has shown significant improvement, tallying 7 goals and 14 points through 22 games, positioning himself to surpass his previous career high of 30 points from the 2023-24 season.
Coach’s Insights
Texier’s head coach at Montreal, Martin St. Louis, commented on the young athlete’s progress and resilience, noting the importance of mental fortitude and preparation.
“It’s still a small sample, but we’re happy with that sample. A player that’s still young, he’s talented, he had to overcome his own obstacles,”
St. Louis stated. He emphasized the necessity of aligning intentions with actions and cultivating confidence ahead of game time.
Looking Ahead
Looking forward, the Columbus Blue Jackets will be making their way to Colorado, where they are set to face the formidable Avalanche, the top team in the league right now. Keep an eye out for more compelling narratives and updates regarding the Blue Jackets and the ever-evolving NHL stories.
