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We have an update on a key Montreal Canadiens player following their 5–2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets.
First, the worst-case scenario was confirmed tonight for standout defenseman Noah Dobson.
He left Saturday night’s game and unfortunately did not return afterward.
With just one week remaining before the NHL playoffs—and only two games left on the schedule—this is far from ideal, as it clearly suggests the injury is not minor.
Here is the sequence below:
This will be a major situation to monitor in the coming hours.
Noah Dobson leaves game after blocking shot, upper-body injury concern emerges
Following the incident, the Canadiens released an official update:
“Defenseman Noah Dobson will not return to play tonight.”
– Montreal Canadiens
Early indications suggest the injury may be related to his thumb after blocking a shot.
“Noah Dobson is in MTL’s room. Blocked a shot off his thumb on his last shift.”
– Eric Engels
The game itself did not unfold the way the Canadiens had hoped in front of their home crowd. Facing the Columbus Blue Jackets in what marked their final regular-season game at the Bell Centre, Montreal struggled to contain Columbus’ offense and ultimately fell by a 5–2 score.
The loss served as a disappointing send-off before heading into their final two games of the regular season.
The Canadiens can ill afford to lose a player of Dobson’s importance at this stage of the season. With the playoffs approaching rapidly, all eyes will now be on Dobson’s status as the Canadiens prepare to close out their regular season.
Dobson has been one of Montreal’s most productive defensemen this season, recording 12 goals and 35 assists for 47 points while logging heavy minutes on Montreal’s blue line.
More clarity on his condition is expected soon.
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