The Montreal Canadiens recently revealed that forward Josh Anderson is sidelined day-to-day due to an upper-body injury. He will miss the upcoming game against the Detroit Red Wings, scheduled for Thursday evening.
Josh Anderson’s Injury Details
Anderson was not present at practice on Wednesday, designated by the team as a therapy day. The 31-year-old athlete has previously dealt with upper-body injuries, missing six games in January of this year.
Recent Performance
- Anderson scored in the Canadiens’ last game against the Boston Bruins, contributing to a 3-2 victory.
- He also registered an assist in the previous match against the Anaheim Ducks.
- This marks his second consecutive game with a point.
In the current season, Anderson has accumulated 13 goals and 22 points over 61 games, putting him on track to equal his total of 27 points from last season. He has surpassed his previous total of 20 points from the ongoing 2023-24 season.
Career Overview
Drafted 95th overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets, Anderson spent six years with the team before joining the Canadiens for the 2020-21 season. He achieved a personal high of 47 points during the 2018-19 season, but struggled during the 2019-20 season, recording just four points due to injury.
Despite not reaching the 40-point mark subsequently, he performed well in international play, earning eight points in 10 games and taking home silver at the 2022 IIHF World Championship with Team Canada.
Impact on the Team
With Anderson’s absence, Joe Veleno is likely to re-enter the lineup. Veleno has two goals and four points in 49 games in his first season with the Canadiens.
Current Standings
The Canadiens currently occupy third place in the Atlantic Division. They trail the Buffalo Sabres by six points. The Red Wings are vying for the first wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference, with a victory tonight allowing them to tie Montreal in the standings.
The puck drop for the game against the Red Wings is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET.
