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Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher: Ties career high in assists

A miserable season in Montreal ends, but Gallagher was one of a few bright spots. His assist Saturday was his 23rd, matching a career high. He also set new standards in goals (31), points (54) and power-play points (17) while playing his first full season since 2014-15. When the dust of the impending roster shake-up settles, Gallagher will be a top-line forward for Montreal in 2018-19.

Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher: Ups career high Thursday

The 25-year-old winger upped his career high to 31 goals when he and Jonathan Drouin adroitly executed a 2-on-0 break in the second period. A healthy Gallagher will look to finish out a full 82-game schedule Saturday night in Toronto, the first time he's done that since 2014-15. Consistently staying on the ice has led to career highs in goals (31) and points (53). The final challenge will be to get two assists against the Maple Leafs and set a personal best in that category.

Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher: Crests 50 points for first time ever

Gallagher just crested 50 points for the first time in his career; he has 51. He has seven points, including four goals, on a current five-game streak. The pest has been at his best of late.

Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher: Won't play in IIHF World Championship

Gallagher cited his banged-up body as the reason why he'll pass on the experience. "This year I've been healthy, which is a good thing, obviously," Gallagher said. "But part of playing every game is you're going to get bumps and bruises and a few things that you just can't take care of when you're playing every day."

Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher: Joins 30-goal club

This was the third consecutive game Gallagher found the back of the net, and he now has the first 30-goal season of his career. His 15 power-play points are also a personal best, as the 25-year-old winger has taken a huge step forward in 2017-18 after consecutive injury-plagued campaigns. Looking ahead, fantasy owners will want to be careful not to overvalue Gallagher heading into next season, as his style of play makes him a candidate to frequent injured reserve. This could also prove to be his best offensive showing. Still, the high-volume shooter's ability to help in multiple categories shouldn't be ignored.