Canadiens' Laine and Reinbacher Out with Significant Knee Injuries

Montreal's Patrik Laine will miss 2-3 months, while rookie David Reinbacher is sidelined for 5-6 months after surgery.

Patrik Laine suffered a sprained left knee during a preseason game against the Toronto Maple Leafs and will be out for 2-3 months.
Laine, acquired from the Columbus Blue Jackets in August, will not require surgery for his injury.
David Reinbacher, the Canadiens' top defensive prospect, underwent surgery on his left knee and is expected to miss 5-6 months.
Both injuries occurred during Montreal's 2-1 preseason loss to Toronto, with Laine being hit knee-on-knee by Cedric Pare and Reinbacher falling awkwardly after a hit by Marshall Rifai.
Laine and Reinbacher's absences represent significant setbacks for the Canadiens as they look to improve on last season's performance.