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The Habs won 6-2 on Tuesday, but Alexandre Texier left the game injured.

The forward suffered an upper-body injury in the second period against the Boston Bruins after a hit by Fraser Minten. Texier stayed on the bench for a moment, then headed to the locker room and did not return to the game.

At this stage, the Canadiens have not confirmed the exact nature of the injury or the expected length of his absence. The club only indicated that Texier’s night was over, which naturally fuels concern in a locker room that is already banged up.

Alexandre Texier Leaves a Hole in the Canadiens’ Lineup

Texier, 26, had carved out an important role since his arrival. This season, he has played 15 games with the Montreal Canadiens, recording 3 goals and 3 assists for 6 points. He also has a -1 plus-minus rating and is averaging 13:46 of ice time per game.

A physician, Dr. Harjas Grewal, commented on the sequence, noting that this type of mechanism can lead to a shoulder injury or a concussion.

He also stressed that the camera angle does not allow for a definitive conclusion and that clearer updates will be needed.

“Not a clear angle so can’t say much outside of generally with this mechanism we see separated shoulders (usually couple weeks out) or concussions

Hopefully update on Texier tomorrow”

– Dr. Harjas Grewal

The context is heavy, because the Canadiens’ list of absentees is already long. Kirby Dach is listed with a fractured foot and is expected to return on January 4.

Jake Evans is listed with a lower-body injury and is expected back on December 28. Kaiden Guhle is listed with a groin injury, with a return expected on January 8.

Patrik Laine is listed with an abdominal injury and is expected to return on February 28, and Alex Newhook is listed with a fractured ankle, with a return expected on March 17.

In short, it’s a win that tastes good-but with a rather unpleasant aftertaste.

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