Top Performer Hits Major Setback: Montreal Canadiens Organization Release Significant Official Statement

The Montreal Canadiens have issued an official statement about Mike Matheson. Sadly, the veteran defenseman has sustained an injury, and his game is finished.

Lane Hutson is anticipated to take on a bigger role for the rest of the game and during Matheson’s recovery, which we hope will be brief.

Injury Update on Mike Matheson
Check out the Canadiens’ official statement.

Le défenseur Mike Matheson ne reviendra pas dans le match de ce soir (haut du corps).

Defenseman Mike Matheson will not return to play in tonight's game (upper body).

— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) October 18, 2024