JURAJ SLAFKOVSKY NEWS

Rebounds from benching Slafkovsky had two shots, one block and one hit in Monday's 3-0 win over Edmonton.

Impact Slafkovsky's name was not on the scoresheet, but he was the primary reason for Montreal's first goal. Late in the second period, he intercepted a pass in his own zone, which initiated a rush. His dogged forecheck behind the net prompted another Edmonton turnover, leading to Brendan Gallagher's tip-in goal to give the Canadiens a 1-0 lead. It was a nice moment for the 20-year-old Slafkovsky, who had been benched for a 10-minute stretch between the second and third periods of Saturday's win over the Blue Jackets.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Collects three assists Monday Slafkovsky had three assists, including one on the power play, in a 7-5 victory against Buffalo on Monday.

Impact Slafkovsky had the primary helper on two second-period goals by Nick Suzuki before setting up Cole Caufield's game-winning power-play tally in the third frame. The 20-year-old Slafkovsky didn't have a point in three games before Monday's breakout performance, and he logged a season-low 12:50 of ice time in Saturday's loss to Toronto. His performance in Monday's win should help him get back on track, especially if he stays on the top line.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Canadiens' Juraj Slafkovsky knows he needs to score more goals No. 1 overall draft pick from 2022 has only lit the lamp once through 10 games played this season after scoring 20 in the last campaign.

NOVEMBER 7 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Penguins' Noel Acciari avoids discipline for hit on Montreal's Juraj Slafkovsky Pittsburgh Penguins forward Noel Acciari drew a lot of attention from the Montreal Canadiens in the late stages of his team’s 3-1 home win a...

NOVEMBER 4 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Practices Monday, feels fine Slafkovsky (head) practiced Monday after leaving Saturday's 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh early, Patrick Friolet of RDS reports.

Impact Following Monday's on-ice session, Slafkovsky told reporters he underwent concussion protocol and feels fine, per Canadiens beat reporter Priyanta Emrith. The 20-year-old Slafkovsky should be in the lineup for Tuesday's matchup against Calgary. He has one goal, seven assists, 14 shots on net, 11 blocked shots and 31 hits through nine appearances this season. Barring a setback, he will play on the second line and see time on the top power-play unit versus the Flames.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game late Slafkovsky was removed from Saturday's game late in the third period after taking a shot to the head, Erik Leijon of the Montreal Gazette reports.

Impact The hit delivered by Noel Acciari occurred with just over three minutes left, as seen on SportsNet, and Slafkovsky's status is unclear. The incident did lead to Montreal seeking retribution as the horn sounded to end the game, as Arber Xhekaj took a run at Acciari. Slaskovsky will have a couple of days to get right before Montreal hosts Calgary on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

About Last Night: Canadiens lose third straight 3-1 to Penguins Juraj Slafkovsky left the game late in the third period after taking a hit to the head by Noel Acciari.

NOVEMBER 3 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Nabs helper in loss Slafkovsky recorded an assist, three shots on goal, two hits and two blocked shots in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Penguins.

Impact Slafkovsky has earned two assists over three games since he returned from an upper-body injury. The 20-year-old winger began this contest on the second line, but he eventually replaced Josh Anderson on the top line alongside Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield. Slafkovsky has displayed strong offense with a goal, seven assists, 14 shots on net, 31 hits, 11 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating through nine appearances, but he does best when playing with the Canadiens' other star forwards.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in return Slafkovsky had an assist, two shots and four hits in Tuesday's 8-2 loss to Seattle.

Impact Slafkovsky returned from an upper-body injury that cost him three games. Instead of reuniting with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield on the top line, head coach Martin St. Louis left Kirby Dach on the first line and had Slafkovsky skate on the second line. That lasted all of one period, after which Montreal was down, 4-1. Slafkovsky rejoined his linemates from the second period on. The helper was Slafkovsky's sixth in seven outings.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Liveblog: Juraj Slafkovsky returns for Canadiens vs. Kraken Forward Juraj Slafkovsky is back for the Montreal Canadiens against the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday at the Bell Centre.

OCTOBER 29 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Juraj Slafkovsky will return to Canadiens lineup against Kraken Habs winger will drop down to second line with Alex Newhook and Joel Armia after missing the last three games with upper-body injury.

OCTOBER 29 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Ready to rock Slafkovsky (upper body) will return to the lineup Tuesday versus Seattle, per Kenzie Lalonde of TSN.

Impact Despite reports suggesting otherwise, Slafkovsky clarified Tuesday morning that his injury was not a shoulder problem. He will return to a top-six role and should see power-play time. Slafkovsky has collected one goal, five assists, seven shots on net, 22 hits and nine blocked shots through six outings this campaign. Michael Pezzetta will be a healthy scratch versus the Kraken to make room for Slafkovsky's return to the lineup.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Canadiens' Juraj Slafkovsky sidelined for at least a week with injury Upper-body injury to Habs forward means Michael Pezzetta will get in the lineup for first time this season Tuesday night against Rangers.

OCTOBER 22 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Canadiens Receive Concerning Juraj Slafkovsky Injury News The Canadiens received some bad news on Tuesday regarding Juraj Slafkovsky’s injury situation.

OCTOBER 22 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Out at least one week Slafkovsky (shoulder) will be re-evaluated in a week, the Canadiens announced Tuesday.

Impact Slafkovsky was hurt during Friday's practice. He still managed to play Saturday, but it seems he'll require some time on the shelf to recover. That interrupts his fantastic start to the campaign -- Slafkovsky has a goal and six points in six appearances in 2024-25. His absence might lead to Brendan Gallagher moving up to a top-six role.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain for Tuesday Head coach Martin St. Louis said Monday that Slafkovsky's (shoulder) status for Tuesday's game against the Rangers is uncertain, Eric Engels of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Slafkovsky sustained a shoulder injury during Friday's practice session but was able to suit up for Saturday's game against the Islanders. He was effective, tallying two assists in the shootout loss, but it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to dress for Tuesday's home game.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Two helpers against Isles Slafkovsky notched two assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Islanders.

Impact The 20-year-old helped set up both of Cole Caufield's tallies on the night, but Slafkovsky couldn't beat Semyon Varlamov in the eighth round of the shootout, setting the stage for Noah Dobson to win it in the ninth. Slafkovsky is off to a fast start to 2024-25, compiling a goal and six point in his first six games.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Slafkovsky (shoulder) took line rushes in his normal first-line spot and is expected to play versus the Islanders on Saturday, Guillaume Lefrancois of La Presse reports.

Impact Slafkovsky was hurt in Friday's practice but made the trip to New York. It doesn't appear the 20-year-old winger will miss any time. He has four points through five games, so fantasy managers should have him active if they normally would.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Travelling to New York Slafkovsky (shoulder) will travel with the Canadiens to New York to face the Islanders on Saturday, but coach Martin St. Louis did not know if he would be able to play, Eric Engels...

Impact Slafkovsky injured his shoulder at morning practice and left the ice to be treated by the training staff. Slafkovsky has a goal and four points in five games this season, including a goal and an assist on the power play.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Injured at practice Friday Slafkovsky left practice Friday after injuring his left shoulder, according to Patrick Friolet of RDS.ca.

Impact Slafkovsky is off to a good start in 2024-25, scoring once and adding three assists in five games. He is playing on the top line, alongside Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki, as well as averaging 4:45 of ice time on the top power play. Should Slafkovsky be unavailable for Saturday's game against the Islanders, look for Joel Armia or Alex Newhook to move up to the first line.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on power play Slafkovsky scored a power play goal, had three shots on net and doled out three hits in Monday's 6-3 loss to the Penguins.

Impact Slafkovsky redirected a pretty pass from Nick Suzuki early in the second period that tied the game at 2-2. He has points in three of the first four contests and is up to 13 hits.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Slides two helpers in win Slafkovsky had two assists, one shot and two hits in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Senators.

Impact Slafkovsky assisted on each of Cole Caufield's two goals. The 20-year-old Slafkovsky emerged as a competent third wheel last season, alongside Nick Suzuki and Caufield, posting 50 points in 82 games. He has three assists and nine hits through the first three games.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

How many goals will the Habs' top line score this season? | HI/O Bonus Habs will be counting on Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield and Juraj Slafkovsky to carry the offensive load again this season.

OCTOBER 12 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Golfing with Juraj Slafkovsky and Kaiden Guhle | Montréal Canadiens Juraj Slafkovsky and Kaiden Guhle showcase their golf skills

SEPTEMBER 26 • NHL.COM

Stu Cowan: Canadiens' Juraj Slafkovsky needed to mature at young age He was living alone at age 15 in Finland, doing his own cooking and washing hockey sweaty gear at his apartment, which didn't have a dryer.

SEPTEMBER 20 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM