This morning, it was announced that a decision regarding the participation of David Savard for tonight’s match would be made moments before the match.
It is now confirmed: the Quebecer will not be there.
Same thing for Patrik Laine (flu). Michael Pezzetta will return to the lineup, therefore.
Le Pez will therefore be playing their first match since October 27. He will play on the second line, alongside Kirby Dach and Alex Newhook.
He should be happy to take part in a match.
As for Laine and Savard, we shouldn’t expect a long absence. After all, the flu doesn’t take too long to heal and even though he has an upper body injury, Savard is tough and there were still hopes that he would participate in tonight’s match against the Blackhawks.
Tomorrow, the Habs will be in Colorado to face the Avalanche. Will the two absent this evening be in uniform?
To be continued.
Prolongation
In addition to Pezzetta, Jayden Struble will be in the lineup, replacing Savard.
And in front of the net, there is no change: Samuel Montembeault will get a third consecutive start. Expect to see Jakub Dobes tomorrow against Nathan MacKinnon and his gang.
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