During a recent interview on 98.5 Sports,<\/a> GM Kent Hughes hinted at information that will likely concern many fans: it is very possible that number 21 will miss additional games before the end of the regular season.<\/p>\nWith the NHL playoffs approaching, that\u2019s a significant blow.<\/p>\n
This is a situation that will need to be monitored closely over the coming days.<\/p>\n
Canadiens\u2019 young defensemen step into expanded roles as Guhle absence creates opportunity<\/p>\n
The loss of a player as valuable as Guhle, who faces top opposing players night after night, will inevitably leave a void in Martin St-Louis\u2019 lineup.<\/p>\n
However, in the NHL, one player\u2019s misfortune always creates opportunity for others.<\/p>\n
This extended absence confirms that young defensemen Arber Xhekaj and Adam Engstrom will be called upon to play an important role through the remainder of the regular season.<\/p>\n
As for “The Sheriff” Xhekaj, he will need to elevate his game to help stabilize the defensive unit.<\/p>\n
Facing players like Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point, the young Canadiens defensemen will have no choice but to prove they can step up in Guhle\u2019s absence.<\/p>\n
“He [Kent Hughes] also suggested that Kaiden Guhle could miss additional games before the end of the regular season.” – DLC<\/p>\n
No, this is not ideal \u2014 and we will be closely monitoring Kaiden Guhle\u2019s health and timeline for a return to play in the coming days.<\/p>\n
Previously on Montreal Hockey Fanatics<\/p>\n
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Kent Hughes suggests Kaiden Guhle could miss additional games ahead of Canadiens playoffs<\/p>\n
Do you think Arber Xhekaj and Adam Engstrom will be able to effectively fill the absence of Kaiden Guhle?<\/p>\n
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