JAYDEN STRUBLE NEWS

Begins conditioning assignment Struble was assigned to AHL Laval on a conditioning assignment Friday.

Impact Struble hasn't appeared in a game for the Canadiens since a win over the Capitals on Jan. 10, but he should have a chance to see some ice time while he's with the AHL club. The 23-year-old will likely rejoin Montreal following a brief stint in the minors.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains in part-time role Struble was scratched for the third game in a row in Thursday's 3-1 win over the Stars.

Impact Struble played in the first four games of January, racking up 12 hits and six PIM in a third-pairing role while filling in for David Savard while he battled an upper-body injury. Struble could still push Arber Xhekaj for a spot in the lineup, but neither blueliner offers much outside of physicality. For the season, Struble has five points, 53 hits, 25 blocked shots, 35 PIM and a minus-7 rating over 26 appearances.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched Saturday Struble was a healthy scratch for Saturday's game against the Jets.

Impact Struble took a seat for the second time in three games, clearing a roster spot for David Savard, who returned from an upper-body injury. Struble had been a scheduled scratch for the Canadiens' previous game Thursday, per Herb Zurkowsky of the Montreal Gazette but won a reprieve when Savard was a no-go.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stu Cowan: Jayden Struble battling to keep regular spot with Canadiens For the second time in two weeks, defenceman narrowly avoids being a healthy scratch and responds with his second goal in two games.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Stu Cowan: Jayden Struble battling to keep regular spot with Canadiens For the second time in two weeks, defenceman narrowly avoids being a healthy scratch and responds with his second goal in two games.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Scores again Tuesday Struble scored a goal and blocked three shots in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to Utah.

Impact Struble has scored in back-to-back games. The 23-year-old defenseman hasn't lost his place in the lineup since joining Oct. 19, holding down a limited third-pairing role for much of the last month. He's at five points, 21 shots on net, 29 hits, 16 blocked shots, 25 PIM and a minus-2 rating over 16 appearances. There's a little sandpaper in his game for fantasy managers to take advantage of if he can generate somewhat consistent offense.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies in loss Struble scored a goal on one shot, blocked one shot and delivered one hit in Saturday's 6-2 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Struble snuck up toward the net where he was able to take advantage of a rebound to score his first goal of the season. The third-pair defenseman has a goal and three assists through 14 outings after opening the season with an upper-body injury that cost him the first five games.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags apple in loss Struble had an assist, one block and two hits in Thursday's 5-3 loss to New Jersey.

Impact Struble landed on the scoresheet when his takeaway in the neutral zone led an Alex Newhook tally. It was the defenseman's third point (all assists) this season. Struble has been part of the rotation on the final pair and currently has the edge over Justin Barron.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Helps out in loss Struble recorded an assist, two blocks, two hits and 12 PIM in Tuesday's 8-2 loss to Seattle.

Impact Struble picked up the secondary assist on Josh Anderson's tally late in the third period, giving the defenseman points in two straight contests. Eight seconds later, Struble headed to the dressing room after being assessed a penalty for cross-checking and a misconduct.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Struble logged an assist, two shots on goal and four hits in Sunday's 4-3 win over the Flyers.

Impact Struble picked up his first point of the campaign when he helped out on Nick Suzuki's first-period tally. The 23-year-old Struble is in competition with Arber Xhekaj and Logan Mailloux for one spot in the lineup once Justin Barron (upper body) and Kaiden Guhle (upper body) are healthy. Struble has added six shots on net, 10 hits, five blocked shots and a minus-2 rating over four appearances.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes season debut Struble had one shot on goal and three hits in Tuesday's 7-2 loss to the Rangers.

Impact Struble entered the lineup for the first time this season after dealing with an upper-body injury. He was on the third pair but was needed for more shifts than expected when Justin Barron (upper body) was removed, and Mike Matheson was assessed a game misconduct in the third period.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday Struble (upper body) is available to return Thursday versus LA, per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports on Wednesday.

Impact Struble missed the Canadiens' opening four games. Although he's an option for Thursday's contest, it's possible he'll end up being a healthy scratch. He had three goals, 10 points, 57 PIM, 121 hits and 53 blocks in 56 games with Montreal in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Struble (upper body) won't be in the lineup Monday against Pittsburgh, Eric Engels of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Struble participated in the morning skate again but will sit out his fourth consecutive contest. Once he is available, the 23-year-old blueliner may serve as a healthy scratch. Struble recorded three goals, seven assists, 47 shots on net, 53 blocked shots and 121 hits in 56 games during the 2023-24 regular season.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Struble (upper body) won't play Saturday against Ottawa.

Impact Struble participated in Saturday's morning skate but will miss his third straight contest. Once healthy, he will be the seventh defender for Montreal's blue line.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Struble (upper body) isn't in the lineup for Thursday's game against Boston, per the NHL media site.

Impact This is Struble's second straight game on the shelf. He had three goals, 10 points, 57 PIM, 121 hits and 53 blocks in 56 contests with Montreal in 2023-24. Struble isn't guaranteed to consistently play even when healthy.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Struble (upper body) won't play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against Toronto.

Impact It's unclear when Struble picked up the injury, but he should be considered day-to-day for now. Struble's next chance to draw into the lineup will be Thursday against the Bruins. The 23-year-old produced 10 points in 56 regular-season contests in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Habs Mailbag: Canadiens have some decisions to make on the blue line Justin Barron will likely stay with Habs for same reason goalie Cayden Primeau did last season, while Jayden Struble could be odd man out.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Reassigned to AHL Laval Struble was demoted to the minors Wednesday.

Impact Struble saw action in 56 games in his rookie campaign, registering three goals, seven assists and 120 hits while averaging 16:07 of ice time. The 22-year-old blueliner is unlikely to offer more than mid-range fantasy value given his limited offensive upside, though he could have value in formats that value hits and blocks.

APRIL 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Struble, Juraj Slafkovský reflect attitude Canadiens will need to nurture Struble and Slafkovský don't appear to have much in common, but what they do have in common will be vital for the Canadiens.

MARCH 29, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Back in NHL Struble was recalled from AHL Laval on Friday, per CapFriendly.

Impact As expected, Struble was briefly returned to the minors to make him eligible for the AHL postseason. He has accounted for three goals, four assists and 79 hits in 41 games with the Canadiens this campaign.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Down to minors Struble was sent down to the AHL on Friday.

Impact Struble has played 41 games for Montreal this season, registering three goals and four assists. It is likely the 22-year-old will be back with the big club after becoming eligible for the AHL playoffs. The rookie will look to continue his successful season in the last 19 games.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Struble (lower body) will return to action Tuesday versus Nashville.

Impact Struble will replace Johnny Kovacevic, who will be a healthy scratch, in the lineup following a four-game absence. The 22-year-old Struble has chipped three goals and four assists in 39 games this season.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Struble (lower body) won't play Saturday versus the Lightning, Eric Engels of Sportsnet reports.

Impact This is Struble's fourth straight absence with the injury. He remains on the road trip for the Canadiens, so it's possible he could be ready to play Tuesday versus the Predators.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unvailable Thursday Struble (lower body) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game versus the Panthers, Arpon Basu of The Athletic reports.

Impact Struble is with the Canadiens on their road trip, but he will miss a third straight game. His next chance to play is Saturday versus the Lightning.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will join road trip Struble (lower body) will accompany the Canadiens on their upcoming four-game road trip, which will begin Thursday against the Panthers.

Impact Struble hasn't played in the Canadiens' past two contests, but the announcement that he'll travel with the team suggests he might not be out for too much longer. The 22-year-old has three goals, seven points, 39 PIM, 73 hits and 37 blocks across 39 appearances in 2023-24. Once Struble is healthy, he'll likely serve on the third pairing.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE