Evans missed Saturday's game in Edmonton but is set to play Wednesday against the Canucks. Evans should slot back in as the No.3 centre and has scored seven goals with nine assists (16 points) in 47 games this season.
Byron missed the last four games with an upper-body injury that he suffered vs. the Sabres on February 23rd. Byron has been limited to just nine games this season, scoring one goal with one assist. He will replace Michael Pezzetta in the lineup.
Evans missed Saturday's game in Edmonton and skated in a non-contact jersey on Monday, leaving his status for Wednesday's game in doubt. Expect an update following the Canadiens' morning skate.
Matheson will miss at least a couple of weeks with an upper-body injury. Mark Friedman skated in his spot on the third pairing and will likely replace Matheson in the lineup vs. the Rangers on Saturday.
Lindstrom will not be available for Thursday's game in New York. The Red Wings said they are hoping that it is a day-to-day injury but that he's still being evaluated. Consider him day-to-day until they release a more detailed timeline.
Laine missed Wednesday's practice and is questionable to play Thursday in Buffalo. Laine is red-hot right now, scoring multiple goals in three straight games, tallying a total of six goals with three assists (nine points) in his last four games. If he can't play, Carson Meyer will make his NHL debut.
Caufield missed seven games while in COVID-19 protocol but was on the ice for Monday's practice and is expected to play Tuesday vs. the Devils. Caufield skated in the bottom-6 in Monday's session and has not scored a goal in 12 games.
