Markov ties Lapointe for 2nd-most points by Canadiens D-man

With an assist on Artturi Lehkonen's 14th goal of the season, defenseman Andrei Markov collected career point No. 572 to tie Guy Lapointe for the second-most points by a Montreal Canadiens defenseman on Tuesday night.

Markov hit the milestone feeding Lehkonen who buried a fluky one-timer past Dallas Stars netminder Kari Lehtonen late in the third period. Consequently, Markov was then serenaded with a standing ovation by the Montreal faithful.

While the 38-year-old now needs just a single point to move into sole possession of second place, it will take an extra 311 points if Markov is to catch Larry Robinson who sits atop the list with 883.

Meanwhile, Markov still sits third among franchise defensemen with 119 goals and will once again match Lapointe for second all-time with 47 more goals.

The Habs beat the Stars 4-1.