Chris Kreider: expected to be out for six to eight weeks

Chris Kreider left the game against the Boston Bruins with an apparent leg injury.

It was hoped that the veteran's injury wasn't too serious, but the Montreal Canadiens have just announced that he will miss six to eight weeks of action.

Forward Chris Kreider (lower body) will be sidelined for approximately 6 to 8 weeks.

Forward Chris Kreider (lower body) will be out for approximately 6 to 8 weeks. https://t.co/lhZCoepnKu

— Montreal Canadiens (@CanadiensMTL) November 14, 2026

It didn't look good when we saw him unable to put weight on his leg…

Details to follow

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Here's the play in question.

Chris Kreider heads to the locker room following this play. https://t.co/OCWCEa2jtX

— TSN (@TSN_Sports) November 13, 2026