Anderson (lower body) will return to the lineup versus Boston on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson was out of action for four games. He has seven goals and 12 points in 41 games this season. Look for Anderson to see action on the second line and second power-play unit. Jesse Ylonen will be scratched due to the return of Anderson.

Anderson (lower body) is participating at morning practice Saturday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson has missed the last four games. He has seven goals and 12 points in 41 games this season, which is a significant drop from the pace he set in 2022-23 en route to 21 goals and 32 points over 69 appearances. Anderson, who will likely be a game-time decision in Boston on Saturday, could play alongside Brendan Gallagher and Jake Evans on the second line in his potential return.

Anderson (lower body) won't play Thursday versus Ottawa, per Jean-Francois Chaumont of Le Journal de Montreal.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson, who also missed Montreal's previous three contests, has seven goals, 12 points, 44 PIM, 72 hits and 16 blocks in 41 appearances in 2023-24. When the 29-year-old returns, he will likely serve in a middle-six capacity.

Anderson (lower body) will not be available Wednesday against New Jersey, per the NHL's media site.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson will miss his third consecutive game Wednesday, though he could return during Montreal's three-game road trip. The Canadiens will be back in action Thursday in Ottawa.

Anderson (loewr body) is expected to link up with the Canadiens on the road once he's given the green light to return, Eric Engels of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Montreal will begin a three-game road trip Wednesday in New Jersey and it sounds like Anderson could be ready to return at some point during the trip. He's picked up just 12 points through 41 contests this campaign, leaving him off the fantasy radar in all but the deepest of formats.

Anderson (lower body) is not in Monday's lineup against Colorado, per the NHL's media site.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson will miss his second straight game Monday as he deals with a lower-body issue. The 29-year-old has just 12 points in 41 games this season. Montreal's next game is Wednesday against the Devils.

Anderson (lower body) will not be in the lineup versus Edmonton on Saturday. Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's been a tough offensive season for Anderson, who has only seven goals and 12 points in 41 outings, after a 21-goal performance in 2022-23. Consider him day-to-day for now. Joshua Roy is expected to make his NHL debut in Saturday's contest.

Anderson (knee) will be in the lineup against the Sabres on Thursday, Stu Cowen of The Montreal Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson told reporters he initially feared he had suffered a more severe injury after having to leave the game versus Dallas on Tuesday, but he felt fine following Thursday's game-day skate. Avoiding the loss of Anderson will be a boost to the Canadiens, as they will be without Christian Dvorak (pectoral) for the remainder of the season. After starting the 2023-24 campaign in a 24-game goal drought, the 29-year-old Anderson has put up six goals in his last 13 contests along with a pair of helpers.

Anderson (leg) did not finish Tuesday's game versus the Stars, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson couldn't put any weight on his right leg when he exited the ice late in the third period. It's unclear how much time he could miss with the injury. The Canadiens are dealing with a number of injured forwards, so a potential replacement in the lineup isn't obvious.

Anderson scored his sixth goal of the season in Thursday's 5-3 loss to the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

He jumped on a loose puck for a breakaway and beat Antti Raanta through the five-hole just 25 seconds into the third period. Anderson had only one goal and five points through his first 29 games this season, but the 29-year-old has suddenly flipped the switch and racked up five goals and a helper over the last five contests. He's been streaky throughout his career, but Anderson will likely need multiple hot stretches the rest of the way if he's going to record his third career 20-goal campaign.