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David Savard has a chance to return to the game tonight (but not Emil Heineman)

Originally posted on Dose.ca | Last updated Apr 8, 2025 1:42 PM ET

Sunday, we learned at the last second that David Savard and Emil Heineman would not be able to face the Predators of Nashville on the road. Arber Xhekaj therefore played on the blue line.

Offensively, Josh Anderson returned, which allowed guys like Oliver Kapanen and Michael Pezzetta to stay in the lineup.

But we were wondering if tonight, the Canadiens would be able to see their players return. And Martin St-Louis simply confirmed that it’s a no for the forward.

Martin St-Louis says David Savard “has a chance to play” tonight. Emil Heineman will not be in uniform. Samuel Montembeault in goal against the Wings.

— Anthony Marcotte (@anthonymarcotte) April 8, 2025

Savard, though? We’ll see. Arber Xhekaj would likely be the one to take his place.

So, we can think that the offense will not be affected and that Joshua Roy will continue to watch from the stands. The coach has no reason to change his winning formula.

More details to come…

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