Montreal Canadiens defenseman Shea Weber is not expected to be fully healthy and able to play games for his team this season. The 36-year-old, who was battling a myriad of injuries during the Habs' run to the Stanley Cup Final last season, registered 19 points (six goals, 13 assists), 11 power-play points, 104 shots, 68 blocks and 70 hits in 48 regular-season contests in 2020-2021. The Canadiens will likely struggle to replace its captain and his 22:42 of average ice time this season, but look for defenseman Jeff Petry to step in as the team's top rearguard at both even strength and on the power play.
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Shea Weber will be exposed in the expansion draft held on July 21. Weber received an end-of-the-year medical evaluation, and he could miss the entire 2021-22 season. He spent five years with the Canadiens, recording 58 goals and 88 assists in 275 regular season games. His potential retirement or departure leaves a big hole on the club's blue line.
Shea Weber Snipes Two Goals In Canadiens Loss On Tuesday
Montreal defenseman Shea Weber scored his third and fourth goals as his team lost to the Ottawa Senators 5-4 on Tuesday. Besides Tuesday's contest, Weber has struggled, recording just two points in his last five games. On the season, Weber has four goals and five assists in 18 games played. The loss resulted in the firing of Canadiens head coach Claude Julien as they have lost five of six contests. Montreal is in for a challenging task as they head to Winnipeg to face the Jets for a two-game set.
