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Canadiens Adapt as Injuries Challenge Playoff Aspirations

12/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Injuries sideline Kirby Dach (Montreal Canadiens forward) and Alex Newhook; Zack Bolduc moves to the top line.
Zack Bolduc has five points in two games, signaling promise from the new top line.
The team struggles with depth and must adapt during a demanding stretch of 16 games in 28 days, managing energy.
Goaltender Sam Montembeault's performance is crucial for playoff aspirations as he maintains high-level play through the stretch.

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Story summary

Injuries sideline Kirby Dach (Montreal Canadiens forward) and Alex Newhook; Zack Bolduc moves to the top line.
Zack Bolduc has five points in two games, signaling promise from the new top line.
The team struggles with depth and must adapt during a demanding stretch of 16 games in 28 days, managing energy.
Goaltender Sam Montembeault's performance is crucial for playoff aspirations as he maintains high-level play through the stretch.