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Ivory CoastNick Suzuki Sidelined for Weeks as Montreal Captain Suffers Injury
Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki will miss two to four weeks with an upper body injury, snapping his 546 game iron man streak.
Suzuki Sidelined With Upper Body Injury
The Montreal Canadiens will have to play without their captain. Nick Suzuki is facing two to four weeks on the sidelines due to an upper body injury.
The Canadiens did not reveal the precise nature of the issue when making the announcement. Still, Suzuki was struck on his left hand by a shot during Tuesday's overtime loss to the Sharks. That play appears to be the reason for his upcoming absence.
Losing their top center is a major blow to the roster. Suzuki has established himself as one of the best two way centers across the entire league. His offensive production has steadily risen, showing year over year growth. In fact, Suzuki has increased his scoring in each of the past five seasons. Last year was his finest campaign yet, as he racked up a career high 101 points.
Historic Iron Man Streak Comes to an End
Beyond his scoring touch and defensive reliability, Suzuki has built a remarkable reputation for his pure durability. He has been a true iron man for Montreal since entering the league.
This upcoming absence will mark the very first game Suzuki has missed in his seven plus seasons in the NHL. Before this injury, the captain had skated in 546 consecutive games.
That run placed him second among all active players in consecutive games played, trailing only Brent Burns and his 1,017 game streak. Looking at the history of the sport, Suzuki sits 20th on the all time list for consecutive games played. Snapping that streak leaves Montreal facing unfamiliar territory as they take the ice without their leader.
What it means for the next game
Here is how our model projects the team to perform in their upcoming games.
Montreal Canadiens at Chicago Blackhawks (NHL, Sat, 24 Oct): Chicago Blackhawks win 43%, Montreal Canadiens win 57%; projected score Chicago Blackhawks 3, Montreal Canadiens 4. Our safest pick: Under 8 goals.
Montreal Canadiens at Winnipeg Jets (NHL, Sun, 25 Oct): Winnipeg Jets win 37%, Montreal Canadiens win 63%; projected score Winnipeg Jets 3, Montreal Canadiens 4. Our safest pick: Under 8 goals.
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