David Reinbacher Out for Six Months After Knee Surgery

Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Reinbacher is set to miss five to six months following knee surgery after sustaining an injury during a preseason game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 19-year-old, who was the fifth overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, underwent surgery on Tuesday after being injured in the first period of Saturday's match. Reinbacher had previously played in North America after a season in Switzerland, where he recorded 11 points in 35 games. With his recovery timeline potentially allowing a return in March, his absence is a significant setback for the Canadiens, who also face uncertainty regarding the injury status of winger Patrik Laine. Laine was also injured during the same game and has not yet received an update on his condition. Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis expressed the team's commitment to pushing forward despite these challenges.