The Montreal Canadiens got some encouraging news at practice on Monday.
Defenceman Kaiden Guhle, wearing a regular jersey, took part in his first full practice since undergoing surgery to repair a lacerated quadriceps muscle on Jan. 29.
The 23-year-old skated for the first time back on March 7. General manager Kent Hughes said at the time that he was not certain if he would be able to return this season.
With Montreal occupying the second wild card spot in the Eastern Conference, Guhle could present a welcome addition to its playoff push.
Guhle will travel with the Canadiens who start a four-game road trip on Tuesday against the St. Louis Blues.
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Guhle has recorded 14 points (four goals and 10 assists) in 44 games this season while averaging 21:14 in ice time.
He was drafted in the first round, 16th overall, by Montreal in 2020.
He has 54 points (14 goals and 40 assists) in 158 career games over three seasons with the Canadiens.
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