Savard (upper body) won't play Friday versus the Blackhawks. Savard was labeled a game-time decision and ultimately won't be able to play in the first half of a back-to-back. Jayden Struble will draw ...

After a couple of days off, the Canadiens face another back-to-back. That was a scary proposition a season ago. In 2024-25, it’s just a chance for Montreal to rack up points in a short amount of time.