Joe Veleno will replace Alex Texier tonight

A few minutes before the game, the habs announced that they would be making a change to their lineup.

Alex Texier will be replaced by Joe Veleno.

The French player has a lower-body injury.

Forward Alexandre Texier will not play in tonight's game due to a lower-body injury. Joe Veleno will replace him in the lineup.

Forward Alexander Texier will not play in tonight's game due to a lower-body injury. Joe Veleno will replace him in the…

— Montreal Canadiens (@CanadiensMTL) January 31, 2026

Let's hope his participation in the Olympics isn't compromised.

We don't have any further details regarding the severity of his injury.

Details to follow…