Uniformed Alexandre Carrier present for game five
Fresh Take: Canadiens' Defenseman Carrier Returns Amidst Challenges
Get ready, Habs fans! After missing some action due to a neck injury sustained from a heavy hit by Tom Wilson, defenseman Alexandre Carrier is back in the lineup for tonight's do-or-die game against the Washington Capitals.
Our source, Simon-Olivier Lorange's website, reported that Carrier missed the end of Game 4 and the following practice sessions. Initially feared to be out for an extended period, the brave Quebecer has defied expectations and made a speedy recovery.
The Capitals currently sport a commanding 3-1 series lead. Tonight, as the Canadiens try to stave off elimination, Carrier slots back into his usual spot on the top defensive pair, playing alongside Mike Matheson. Coach Martin St-Louis remains tight-lipped about his lineup, coyly mentioning that "a couple of guys" are dealing with physical issues that might affect their game participation. However, all players who played in Games 3 and 4 are present.
Michael Pezzetta and Jayden Struble are scratched for tonight's match, while Jakub Dobes guards the Montreal net.
Meanwhile, the Caps give a warm welcome to Aliaksei Protas, who will make his series debut tonight. The Belarusian was sidelined due to a foot injury but managed 30 goals and 66 points during the regular season.
Here's the Canadiens' lineup for tonight:
- Forwards: Caufield-Suzuki-Slafkovsky, Anderson-Dvorak-Gallagher, Newhook-Evans-Demidov, Heineman-Kapanen-Armia
- Defensemen: Matheson-Carrier, Guhle-Hutson, Xhekaj-Savard
- Goalies: Dobes, Primeau
As the Canadiens fight to stay in the game, we hope Carrier's return gives them the boost they need. But remember, the Habs are dealing with multiple injuries, including goalie Sam Montembeault and winger Patrik Laine, both day-to-day[2][3]. The team's success hinges not just on Carrier's performance but also their ability to overcome these persistent injuries. Good luck, Habs! Let's give these boys a fight worth remembering!
Tonight, Alexandre Carrier, the brave goaltender who's been out due to injury, returns to the Canadiens' lineup to face the Washington Capitals in an elimination game. Despite missing some practice sessions, he's recovered quickly, making a speedy comeback to the top defensive pair alongside Mike Matheson. Yet, the team is dealing with a Coach Martin St-Louis remains tight-lipped about injuries affecting multiple players, although all who played in Games 3 and 4 are present. Aliaksei Protas, the promising rookie from the Capitals, makes his series debut tonight after recovering from a foot injury.
