Updates from optional practice - March 8

Ten players hit the ice in Brossard on Wednesday

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By Montreal Canadiens
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MONTREAL -- The Canadiens held an optional skate on Wednesday morning at the Bell Sports Complex.

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Here are the players who took to the ice:
Defenseman Justin Barron skated alone ahead of the rest of the group.
The Canadiens welcome the Rangers to town for a Thursday night showdown at the Bell Centre as part of the 14th edition of their annual RadioTeleDON game.
Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. E.T.

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