NHL Player News

Dobson is considered day-to-day with a groin injury after exiting Thursday's preseason game versus the Maple Leafs, Eric Engels of Sportsnet reports.

Dobson's day-to-day designation shouldn't raise too much concern during the preseason. The Canadiens have three exhibition games left before the regular season, and it's not yet clear if Dobson will get into any of them.

Lauzon (undisclosed) isn't in the lineup for Thursday's preseason game against Utah.

Lauzon's next opportunity to play in the preseason will come Friday versus San Jose. He had an assist, 37 PIM, 127 hits and 34 blocks across 28 appearances with Nashville in 2024-25.

Dobson (undisclosed) won't return to Thursday's preseason game versus the Maple Leafs.

Dobson exited the game prior to the third period. It's possible this is just a precautionary move, but the Canadiens did not provide additional details. It's unclear if he'll be able to play in Saturday's rematch with Toronto -- given that it's preseason, expect Montreal to be cautious with Dobson's recovery.

Lindgren (eye) has been a full participant in practice since Wednesday, Alison Lukan of the Kraken Hockey Network reports.

Lindgren took a puck to the face Sunday and sat out a few days, but it sounds like he's fine now. The 27-year-old defenseman could be an option to dress for Friday's preseason game versus the Canucks. Even if he sees limited preseason action, he's unlikely to miss the regular-season opener Oct. 9 versus the Ducks.

Head coach Lane Lambert said Thursday that Montour (ankle) is considered day-to-day, Alison Lukan of the Kraken Hockey Network reports.

Montour had a bursa removed from his ankle in early September. The Kraken announced Sept. 17 that he was expected to miss approximately two weeks, and he's trending in the right direction heading into the second half of training camp. It's not yet clear when the defenseman will be able to return to game action, but it seems possible that he'll be able to suit up early in the regular season.

Head coach Ryan Warsofsky said Thursday that Carlsson (lower body) has returned to the ice, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Carlsson underwent offseason surgery to address a lower-body injury, and he's been considered day-to-day early in camp. Warsofsky said Thursday that he doesn't think Carlsson will be able to participate fully in training camp, but he also said that the 28-year-old isn't far away from playing. Carlsson will likely begin the 2025-26 campaign in the minors, but it seems possible that he'll be able to suit up early in the regular season.

Klingberg (upper body) was on the ice for Thursday's practice session, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Klingberg suffered an upper-body injury during Sunday's preseason win over Vegas and missed Tuesday's practice session. Head coach Ryan Warsofsky said Tuesday that Klingberg is doubtful for Friday's preseason matchup against the Golden Knights, but it was at least encouraging to see the 33-year-old return to practice Thursday. Assuming he's sidelined Friday, his next opportunity to suit up during the preseason will be Monday against Anaheim.

Kleven (undisclosed) will join the Senators in Quebec City for their upcoming preseason games, Claire Hanna of TSN reports Thursday.

Kleven could be ready to return to action as early as Sunday's clash with the Devils after it was deemed he avoided a serious injury. As a rookie, the 23-year-old blueliner notched four goals, six assists and 105 hits in 79 regular-season games last year. Barring an injury setback, Kleven should be capable of replicating or exceeding those numbers in 2025-26.

Buium (upper body) will make his preseason debut Thursday against the Stars, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

Buium sustained an upper-body injury last week and was held out of Tuesday's preseason game against the Stars. However, he'll be able to return to action a week later, which should give him some time to work with the team ahead of Minnesota's Opening Night matchup against the Blues on Oct. 9.

Benoit (upper body) will not travel to Montreal on Thursday, Mark Masters of TSN reports.

Benoit will miss the road contest against the Canadiens. He was injured early in training camp, and while the injury isn't considered serious, Benoit may not be available for Opening Night on Oct. 8. Benoit had one goal, nine assists, 59 PIM, 204 hits and 111 blocked shots across 78 regular-season contests in 2024-25.