Brendan Gallagher returns to Canadiens lineup against Oilers

Brendan Gallagher. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

Montreal Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher will make his return to the lineup Thursday night against the Edmonton Oilers.

Gallagher took part in the pre-game skate and was listed on the top line with Tomas Tatar and Phillip Danault.

The 27-year-old was diagnosed with a concussion on Jan. 2 and skated for the first time following the injury on Jan. 5.

The Edmonton, Alta., native has 15 goals and 32 points in 40 games this season with the Canadiens.

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