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Montour Returns: Kraken Blue Line Bolstered
16 Jan
Summary
- Defenseman Brandon Montour is back after a 14-game absence due to injury.
- Jacob Melanson was reassigned to the AHL after impressing during his stint.
- Montour's return impacts potential lineup changes for tonight's game.
Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour is set to return to the lineup after a 14-game absence due to a hand injury. His activation from injured reserve marks a significant boost to the team's blue line as they continue their road trip.
To accommodate Montour's return, winger Jacob Melanson has been reassigned to the AHL's Coachella Valley Firebirds. The 22-year-old Melanson showed promise during his 15-game NHL stint, scoring his first career goal and adding three assists while consistently contributing with physicality and aggressive forechecking.
Montour's potential return against the Boston Bruins introduces lineup considerations. The team must decide which defenseman will step out, with Cale Fleury, Jamie Oleksiak, and Ryker Evans being the potential candidates. Fleury, in particular, has earned praise for his play in Montour's absence.
