Montreal Canadiens' Alex Newhook Sidelined for 10-12 Weeks Due to Ankle Sprain

The injury, sustained in a game against the Florida Panthers, puts a pause on Newhook's promising season with seven goals and six assists over 23 games.

• Alex Newhook, forward for the Montreal Canadiens, will be out for 10 to 12 weeks due to a high ankle sprain.
• The injury occurred during a game against the Florida Panthers when Newhook crashed awkwardly into the net.
• Newhook has seven goals and six assists over 23 games this season.
• He was acquired from the Colorado Avalanche in the offseason and signed to a four-year, $11.6 million contract.
• Newhook, the 16th overall pick in the 2019 draft, has 34 goals and 45 assists over 182 career games.

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