Kapanen (lower body) will play against Buffalo on Saturday.
After missing the first seven games, Kapanen will make his 2026-27 debut against the Sabres. He registered 22 goals, 37 points, 131 shots on net and 68 blocked shots in 82 games with the Canadiens during the 2025-26 regular season. Kapanen will replace Owen Beck in Saturday's lineup against Buffalo.