Mike Matheson sidelined, to miss Canadiens game vs Sabres

Mike Matheson will be unavailable due to a lower-body issue and will not suit up for tonight’s game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre, as reported by Eyes on the Prize, Daily Faceoff, Sportsnet and La Presse. Eyes on the Prize and Daily Faceoff both describe his status as day-to-day.

According to Sportsnet and La Presse, head coach Martin St. Louis has adjusted his lineup for the matchup with Buffalo, and Owen Beck will dress for the Canadiens against the Sabres. La Presse notes that this change comes as Montreal hosts Buffalo on Tuesday night.

Fowler to face Sabres, Dobes expected to start vs. Capitals

Eyes on the Prize reports that Jacob Fowler will make his third straight start this evening against Buffalo. The same outlet adds that Jakub Dobes is slated to be in net for Wednesday’s game versus the Washington Capitals.

Daily Faceoff points out that it is not clear when Matheson was hurt. No further details have been provided on the exact nature of his lower-body problem or a precise timeline for his return beyond the day-to-day designation reported by Eyes on the Prize and Daily Faceoff.