Bad News for another Canadiens Goaltender

The bad news continues if you are a Montreal Canadiens fan. The Canadiens have announced that goaltender Jake Allen will be out of the lineup 8 weeks with a lower body injury.

Jake Allen injured himself believed to be his groin during the January 12th game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins in TD Gardens.

Jake Allen was the starter for the Canadiens this season due to Carey Price injury/rehabilitation. The Canadiens will know go with the goaltending duo of Samuel Montembeault and Cayden Primeau.

Samuel Montembeault has been outstanding the last 2 games for the Canadiens facing a total of 104 shots. Montembeault made 49 saves in tonight's over time loss to the Golden Knights the 5th most saves in franchise history.

Credit: NHL.com

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