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.
Heineman was originally a second-round pick (No.43 overall) of the Panthers but was traded to the Flames as part of the Sam Bennett trade last April. Heineman is a 20-year-old winger, who has scored 11 goals with five assists (16 points) in 36 games with Leksands IF (SHL) this season.
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.
Despite being a full participant in Monday's practice and taking part in Tuesday's morning skate, Dvorak will not play vs. the Devils. Laurent Dauphin will skate on the third line with Dvorak still out.
