Nick Suzuki returns as Canadiens face Utah Mammoth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026
Montreal Canadiens forward Nick Suzuki returned to the lineup on November 5 against the Utah Mammoth, scoring the game's first goal and finishing with three points, including an assist on the overtime winner by Cole Caufield. Arber Xhekaj also contributed with a goal and a fight during the match. Meanwhile, Ivan Demidov's recovery is extended, impacting his timeline for a return. Kucherov's potential contract implications in Quebec are discussed amidst salary cap considerations. Gleb Pugachyov scored his second goal of the season in the MHL and continues to develop as a prospect for the Canadiens.
- •Suzuki scores in return from injury against Utah Mammoth
- •Xhekaj ties game with a heavy shot
- •Demidov's recovery delayed; contract discussions ongoing
- •Pugachyov nets second goal in MHL
- •Canadiens roster competition intensifies with Suzuki's return
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Habs Daily: Demidov Update, Salary Cap Options, Suzuki, Xhekaj, Fowler, Kucherov, Taxes, Pugachyov
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