Alex Newhook skated before Canadian practice

Since the beginning of December, we haven’t really heard from Alex Newhook.

This is not unusual, given that the Montreal Canadiens have announced a 10-12 week absence for the forward due to a sprained ankle.

But now, after seven weeks, it was time to hear from the former Avalanche.

According to Anthony Martineau’s report on Twitter, via images from cameraman Vincent Prénoveau, Alex Newhook skated this morning before the Habs’ regular practice.

He was on the ice for 25 minutes and it’s the first time we’ve seen him on the ice like this.

In the good news category:

Alex Newhook skated in his tracksuit for 25 minutes this morning.

Light effort.

: TVA’s valiant and dedicated cameraman, Vincent Prénoveau, already on site. pic.twitter.com/ytguiBd8nz

– Anthony Martineau (@Antho_Martineau) January 25, 2024

Obviously, 10 to 12 weeks means he could be back in a month and still be on schedule. We shouldn’t hold our breath too long because it’s early.

If he doesn’t suffer any setbacks in his progress, we’ll see how long it takes before he’s back skating with the others.

Remember that the Canadiens will be taking Saturday night off, after the game in Pittsburgh. He won’t be able to train with the boys next week anyway.

I can’t wait to see the pace at which he progresses. To be continued over the coming weeks.

In bursts

– Love this.

OVO shares a look at their upcoming #NHLAllStar collection, featuring Mario Lemieux.

: @welcomeOVO pic.twitter.com/zKNNzdKeob

– Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) January 25, 2024

– We have to help the Laval Rocket. [BPM Sports]

– It’s all the talk again.

– Well done.

– Obviously.