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Canadiens List Texier Day-to-Day as Dach Returns From LTIR vs. Wild

The update reshapes top-line combinations during a tight Atlantic Division race.

Nov 2, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach (77) shoots the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Nov 13, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach (77) shoots a puck during warm-up before the game against the Dallas Stars at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Montreal announced Alexandre Texier has a lower-body injury and is being evaluated daily, resulting in his absence against Minnesota on Tuesday.
  • Kirby Dach was activated from long-term injured reserve and returned to the lineup Tuesday night after missing roughly two months with a mid-November fracture.
  • Reports differ on the exact nature of Dach’s November injury, with some outlets describing a fractured ankle and others a fractured foot.
  • Texier has produced 16 points in 27 games since joining the Canadiens, earning a two-year extension and drawing expectations to represent France at the 2026 Olympics.
  • Pro Hockey Rumors reports Texier could be available as soon as Thursday when Montreal hosts Buffalo, as the Canadiens sit 27-15-7 and third in the Atlantic Division.