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Canadiens' expected lineup vs. Bruins revealed for tonight's game in Boston
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In Boston on Tuesday, Martin St-Louis gave clear hints ahead of the game against the Bruins.
The Canadiens skated at TD Garden in preparation for the 7:00 p.m. game. Phillip Danault took to the ice with the group, centering Alexandre Texier and Josh Anderson.
Danault's Return Sets the Tone as Canadiens Unveil Expected Lines Against Boston
Danault's return is drawing attention because he was just acquired from the Los Angeles Kings. Kent Hughes obtained him in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick, previously acquired from the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Danault, 32, arrives with five assists in 30 games this season in Los Angeles. In Montreal, he is best remembered for his 2018-2019 season, when he produced 53 points, including 12 goals.
At practice, Cole Caufield and Brendan Gallagher were not on the ice, while Joe Veleno was. On defense, Jayden Struble was also spotted as an extra, which leaves a decision to be made later.
Forwards
Suzuki - Bolduc
Slafkovsky - Kapanen - Demidov
Texier - Danault - Anderson
Blais - Veleno - Beck
Defensemen
Matheson - Dobson
Hutson - Struble - Engstrom
Xheka - Carrier
Goalies
Fowler - Dobes
Suzuki - Bolduc
Slafkovsky - Kapanen - Demidov
Texier - Danault - Anderson
Blais - Veleno - Beck
Defensemen
Matheson - Dobson
Hutson - Struble - Engstrom
Xheka - Carrier
Goalies
Fowler - Dobes
In goal, Jacob Fowler will be the starting goaltender against the Bruins. So far, Fowler has appeared in four games, with a 2-1-1 record, a 2.49 goals-against average, and a .915 save percentage.
The context is simple, and it carries weight in the standings. Montreal sits third in the Atlantic Division with 43 points, while Boston trails by two points, having played one more game.
Game time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET.