In a pivotal matchup, the Montreal Canadiens will start Jakub Dobes in goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday. This decision comes as forward Josh Anderson takes a therapy day and will not participate in practice leading up to the game.
Canadiens’ Goalkeeper Change
Jakub Dobes is preparing for his start, showcasing his readiness for the challenge ahead against a formidable opponent. Head coach Martin St. Louis highlighted that Samuel Montembeault is expected to play on Sunday against the St. Louis Blues.
Team Updates
- Josh Anderson: Missing practice due to a therapy day.
- Samuel Montembeault: Anticipated to return on Sunday.
Injury Reports Around the League
Other teams are also managing player injuries as the NHL season progresses. The Ottawa Senators’ Shane Pinto will miss Saturday’s match against the St. Louis Blues following a lower-body injury. Pinto suffered the injury during a game against the New York Rangers, after being checked into the boards.
Other Team Updates
- Florida Panthers: Eetu Luostarinen has returned to practice after an eight-game absence due to an injury.
- Carolina Hurricanes: Jaccob Slavin participated in practice wearing a regular jersey, recovering from an earlier lower-body injury.
Winnipeg Jets Line Adjustments
Meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets are making adjustments ahead of their game against the Buffalo Sabres. Key player lines during the morning skate include:
| Line 1 | Line 2 | Line 3 | Line 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connor – Scheifele – Vilardi | Namestnikov – Toews – Perfetti | Niederreiter – Lowry – Iafallo | Koepke – Barron – Pearson |
As injuries and line changes continue to evolve, team strategies will be critical in the coming games. The Canadiens are particularly focused on securing a win against the Maple Leafs with their new goalkeeper at the helm.
