Updates from optional morning skate – Nov. 10

MONTREAL – Ahead of Celebrating Carey Price Night at the Bell Centre, the Canadiens held an optional skate on Tuesday in preparation for their contest against the Wild. 

Speaking of the long-tenured Habs netminder, Price was inducted into the Hall of Fame on Monday. His portrait is now featured in the team’s locker room, right beside former captain Shea Weber, who was a part of the 2024 induction class.

Following the optional skate, head coach Martin St-Louis confirmed a few things about his lineup.

Jacob Fowler will get the start in net, while Josh Anderson will play after missing Saturday’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs due to personal reasons.

Jake Evans’ status remains uncertain ahead of tonight’s contest, but the 30-year-old forward will take part in warmups. Should he not be available, Florian Xhekaj will draw back into the lineup. Owen Beck will be a healthy scratch. 

Here’s a look at the guys who skated this morning:

Game time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. As part of Celebratin Carey Price Night, the former goaltender will be back on the ice for a pregame ceremony featuring a tribute video, a speech and the unveiling of his plaque on the team’s ring of honor. For more information, click here. For tickets, click here.