The Canadian | Laine and Matheson absent from training

(Brossard) Defender Mike Matheson and forward Patrik Laine did not participate in the Montreal Canadiens’ training on Wednesday, instead taking advantage of a day of treatments.

Both players finished Monday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. The Canadian won 3-2 in a shootout.

Matheson has missed several practices in recent weeks. He was sidelined for two games late in November with a lower-body injury.

For his part, Laine has played four games since recovering from a sprained left knee. He had three goals and an assist.

For his part, forward Jake Evans was at his post when he returned to the ice on Wednesday morning at the CN Sports Complex. He appeared to injure his left shoulder in the third period against the Ducks. Despite everything, he made an appearance on the ice in overtime.

The Canadian will complete a five-game home series on Thursday, when they host the Pittsburgh Penguins. He has compiled a 3-1-0 record so far, including two tiebreaker victories.