Josh Anderson Injury News & Updates
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Finally, a goal
Anderson scored a goal on three shots and assisted on another over 16:46 of ice time in Monday's 4-2 win over Seattle.
ANALYSIS
With the Kraken pressing for the tying goal late, Anderson corralled a loose puck after a scramble and sent it 200 feet into Seattle's empty net. It took 25 games and nearly two months, but Anderson finally potted his first goal of the season. The snake-bitten power forward, who had 21 tallies in 69 games last season, joined Tanner Pearson (first goal in 20 games) and Sean Monahan (first in 15) in knocking off the Kraken. Anderson also assisted on one of Monahan's two goals in the first period. The slow start was not just about goals; Anderson had just two points over the first 23 games before notching a goal and two assists over the last two contests.
Dec 3, 2023
Snaps another drought
Anderson had an assist, two shots on net, one blocked shot, one hit and two penalty minutes over 14:00 of ice time in Saturday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Red Wings.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was part of the crew that worked hard to set up the game-tying goal. He battled behind the net to win possession then fed Gustav Lindstrom for the equalizer. The assist snapped Anderson's eight-game point drought, which isn't even his longest drought. Earlier this season, Anderson when 12 games without a point. The forward was expected to be an important part of the offense, but Anderson has just three assists and still seeks his first goal through 21 games.
Nov 13, 2023
Snaps point drought
Anderson had a power-play assist and six shots on goal over 16:49 of ice time in Sundays 5-2 loss to the Canucks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's assist snapped a 12-game point drought. It's been a frustrating start to the season for the power forward, who has yet to score through 15 games. Anderson tallied 21 goals last season and never went more than seven games without a tally.
Oct 15, 2023
Logs assist in win
Anderson had an assist, one shot on goal, one hit and two penalty minutes in Saturday's 3-2 win over Chicago.
ANALYSIS
Anderson slipped a pass to Cole Caufield then watched him work his magic to beat Petr Mrazek for Montreal's first goal. The assist was the first point of the season for Anderson, who's been given the plum role on the first line with Caufield and Nick Suzuki.
Oct 10, 2023
Will open on top line
Anderson will work the right wing of Montreal's top line when the season begins Wednesday in Toronto, Stu Cowan of the Montreal Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis auditioned several players for the primo spot along with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield but eventually settled on Anderson. The coach was pleased with what he saw in Anderson, who scored a goal in each of the three preseason games he played. This trio played together at times last season, but St. Louis never settled on a permanent third forward for the first line.
Sep 30, 2023
Pots second preseason goal
Anderson scored a goal on two shots in Friday's 2-1 preseason loss to the Maple Leafs.
ANALYSIS
Anderson potted his second preseason goal in as many games. The power forward's 2022-23 season ended prematurely in March due to an ankle injury. Since joining the Canadiens for 2020-21 season when he scored 17 goals, Anderson has increased his goal scoring in successive seasons. He potted 19 in 2021-22 followed by 21 last season. Montreal head coach Martin St. Louis has shuffled lines during camp and preseason games, but Anderson is expected to be a top-six forward when the regular season opens Oct. 11 against Toronto.
Sep 11, 2023
Ready for camp
Anderson (ankle) has been cleared to participate in training camp, Eric Engels of Sportsnet reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson sat out the final 11 games of the 2022-23 campaign due to a high-ankle sprain. He registered 21 goals, 32 points, 164 shots on net and 139 hits in 69 contests prior to getting injured. Anderson will be in the mix for a top-six spot to begin 2023-24.
Mar 23, 2023
Done for season
Anderson sustained a high-ankle sprain Tuesday and won't return this season.
ANALYSIS
Anderson ended the campaign with 21 goals, 11 assists 164 shots on net, 139 hits and 72 PIM in 69 contests. The winger will likely be good to go for training camp in the fall, where he'll be in consideration for a top-six role once again.
Mar 23, 2023
Not playing Thursday
Anderson (lower body) will miss Thursday's game versus the Bruins, Jean-Francois Chaumont of Le Journal de Montreal reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was hurt late in Tuesday's game versus the Lightning. There's been no clear update on the winger's status yet, so he can be considered day-to-day for now.
Mar 21, 2023
Hurt in Tuesday's win
Anderson (lower body) was hurt after a fall late in the third period, Arpon Basu of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson fell and sustained a hard collision while trying to go for an empty-net goal. Given the late nature of his injury, more information isn't expected Tuesday. The Canadiens' next game is Thursday in Boston, but since Anderson needed help getting off the ice, he seems unlikely to be available for that contest.
Mar 18, 2023
Four-game, five-point streak
Anderson picked up an assist in a 5-3 loss to Tampa Bay on Saturday.
ANALYSIS
He sent a beauty feed to Denis Gurianov, who scored his fourth goal in five games. Anderson has five points (two goals, three assists) in a four-game point streak.
Mar 15, 2023
Finishes off Penguins
Anderson scored an empty-net goal in Tuesday's 6-4 win over Pittsburgh. He added three shots on net, four hits and two penalty minutes to his line over 18:52 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Anderson polished off the Penguins with his third goal in the last four contests. The scoring burst tied him for the second on the team with Nick Suzuki with 21 goals, trailing only the injured Cole Caufield (26). The power forward's previous career high was 27 over 82 games in 2018-19 when he was with the Blue Jackets.
Mar 13, 2023
Gets two points vs. Avalanche
Anderson scored a goal and registered an assist in an 8-4 loss to Colorado on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's marker came late in the first period to reduce the Avalanche's lead to 4-1. He has 20 goals and 29 points in 65 contests this season. Anderson has two markers and three points over his last three games.
Mar 9, 2023
Fires a shortie
Anderson scored a short-handed goal in Thursday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Rangers. He also had two shots on goal and three hits over 22:06 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Chris Tierney and Anderson were off the races after a Patrick Kane turnover, and Anderson fired the puck over Igor Shesterkin's glove for his first short-handed marker of the season. He's up to 19 goals, second on the team behind Nick Suzuki.
Mar 3, 2023
Deals helper
Anderson notched an assist, two shots on goal, two hits and two PIM in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Ducks.
ANALYSIS
Trade talk around Anderson didn't materialize into a deal, so the 28-year-old winger should maintain a top-six role with the Canadiens for the rest of the season. He's put it to good use lately with three goals and two helpers over his last seven outings. Anderson has 18 goals, eight assists, 146 shots on net, 114 hits and 66 PIM through 60 appearances.
Mar 2, 2023
Tallies on power play
Anderson scored a power-play goal on two shots in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Kings.
ANALYSIS
Anderson opened the scoring at 9:14 of the first period on an individual effort. The winger has racked up three goals, one assist and a plus-4 rating over his last six contests. Anderson has 18 tallies, including a career-best four on the power play, and seven helpers through 59 outings. He's also added 144 shots on net, 112 hits, 64 PIM and a minus-8 rating while serving as a power winger in the Canadiens' top six.
Feb 28, 2023
Registers assist in Tuesday's win
Anderson picked up an assist, three shots on goal, two hits and two PIM in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Sharks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson had gone seven games without a helper, though he managed three goals over that span. The 28-year-old winger helped out on Christian Dvorak's empty-net tally. Anderson is up to 24 points, 142 shots on net, 112 hits, 64 PIM and a minus-8 rating through 58 contests overall.
Feb 24, 2023
Records 17th goal of 2022-23
Anderson contributed a goal in Montreal's 5-2 win over the Flyers on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Anderson found the back of the net at 12:12 of the third period to put Montreal up 5-1. He has 17 goals and 23 points in 56 contests in 2022-23. The 28-year-old was held off the scoresheet in three of his previous four games.
Feb 19, 2023
Tallies in loss
Anderson scored a goal on three shots and added three hits over 17:43 of ice time in Saturday's 5-1 loss to Toronto.
ANALYSIS
Anderson tipped a Mike Matheson wrister from the blue line for Montreal's lone goal, which gave the Canadiens a 1-0 lead early in the second period. The tally was Anderson's 16th and gave him eight points in the last 12 games. With Cole Caufield (shoulder) done for the season, Anderson should continue to receive a lot of ice time in the top line.
Feb 12, 2023
Scores 15th goal of 2022-23
Anderson netted a goal in Montreal's 6-2 win against Edmonton on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Anderson scored a power-play goal at 8:23 of the second period that proved to be the game-winner. It was his 15th marker and 21st point in 51 contests in 2022-23. Anderson's on a three-game scoring streak and has a goal and four points over that stretch.
Feb 12, 2023
Records assist in win
Anderson had an assist, one shot on goal, three hits and one blocked shot over 19:29 of ice time in Saturday's 4-3 overtime win over the Islanders.
ANALYSIS
Anderson outfought a pair of Islanders in the corner and picked up the secondary assist on Nick Suzuki's first-period score. It was the third assist in two game for Anderson, who has been part of the solution to replace the injured Cole Caufield (shoulder) on the top line.
Jan 31, 2023
Records two helpers in loss
Anderson recorded two assists in Montreal's 5-4 loss to Ottawa on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Anderson has 14 goals and 19 points in 49 contests in 2022-23. Entering Tuesday's action, Anderson had gone 18 straight games without an assist, though he did provide six goals over that span. The 28-year-old usually finishes with more goals than assists, though Anderson wasn't this lopsided in 2021-22, with him recording 19 markers and 13 helpers in 69 contests.
Jan 22, 2023
Scores on top line
Anderson scored a goal on four shots in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over Toronto. The forward added six hits over 18:20 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Anderson one-timed a perfect feed from Nick Suzuki for Montreal's first goal to initiate the team's comeback from a 2-0 hole. With Cole Caufield (shoulder) done for the season, Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis put Anderson on the top line with Suzuki and recent callup Rem Pitlick, who assisted on Anderson's goal and scored the game winner in OT. Anderson has goals in three straight contests and could be in line for more, if he continues to skate with Suzuki, the Habs' assist leader.
Jan 18, 2023
Finishes off Jets
Anderson scored a goal on his lone shot over 19:02 of ice time in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Anderson cruised through the slot and buried a rebound of a Kirby Dach wraparound attempt to seal the victory late in the third period. It was a productive night for Montreal's middle six, which provided all the offense. Anderson and Mike Hoffman each scored while Dach assisted on each, a strong showing from the Habs' second line. Anderson has 12 goals through 43 games.
Jan 8, 2023
Buries game-winner
Anderson scored the game-winning goal in Saturday's 5-4 win over St. Louis.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was net side and in position to bang home a loose puck after Jonathan Drouin's bid. It was the third goal in the last five games for Anderson, who has played with a rotating cast of forwards. He now has 11 goals, ranking third on the team behind Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki.
Jan 4, 2023
Scores in loss
Anderson scored a goal on two shots over 15:18 of ice time in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Predators.
ANALYSIS
Nashville goalie Juuse Saros was unable to close his glove on Anderson's knuckler, which brought the Canadiens within one goal early in the second period. It was the second goal in three games and 10th of the season for Anderson, who has double-digit tallies in each of three seasons in Montreal.
Dec 30, 2022
Pots power-play goal
Anderson had a power-play goal in Thursday's 7-2 loss to the Hurricanes. He added four shots on net, four hits and one blocked shot over 17:14 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Anderson halted a seven-game goal-less run with a first-period marker, the forward's second on the power play and first man-advantage goal since Nov. 17. The 28-year-old winger has just 12 points over 34 games.
Dec 20, 2022
Removed from top line
Anderson opened Monday's game on the first line but finished the night on other lines in Montreal's 3-2 overtime win over Arizona.
ANALYSIS
Anderson has skated with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield a few times within the last week, but head coach Martin St. Louis doesn't appear to be settled on a linemate for his top forwards. Kirby Dach, who had a productive stretch on the top line earlier this season, picked up most of the third-period shifts with Suzuki and Caufield, but the coach may try others in the coming games.
Dec 19, 2022
Contributes helper Monday
Anderson produced an assist, three shots on goal and two PIM in Monday's 3-2 overtime win over the Coyotes.
ANALYSIS
Anderson hasn't made a huge impact on offense this year, and his contributions are usually goals. This was his first assist since Oct. 29. The winger is up to 11 points, 68 shots, 63 hits, 31 PIM and a minus-5 rating through 30 appearances. He's played the last couple of games on the top line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, so Anderson may be worth a look in standard fantasy formats while occupying that coveted role.
Dec 18, 2022
Ascends to top line
Anderson skated on the first line in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Lightning. He had two hits and two penalty minutes over 17:55 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Anderson replaced Kirby Dach on the top unit, which features Montreal scoring leaders Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield. Anderson's biggest impact on the game was a negative one, getting whistled for cross-checking late in the second period that resulted in Tampa Bay's second power-play goal.
Dec 12, 2022
Scores in Montreal victory
Anderson scored a goal on four shots in Monday's 2-1 shootout victory over Calgary.
ANALYSIS
Anderson tied the game 1-1 early in the first period, burying a net-front feed from Juraj Slafkovsky. The goal was Anderson's third in his last four contests following a stretch of seven games without a point. The 28-year-old winger now has eight goals and two assists through 26 games this season.
Dec 11, 2022
Spends time on top line
Anderson started Saturday's game on the top line and recorded zero shots and four hits over 17:34 of ice time in a 4-2 loss to Los Angeles.
ANALYSIS
Anderson spent the first two periods on the first line, while Kirby Dach dropped to the second line; however, head coach Martin St. Louis made major changes for the third period after Montreal appeared flat during the first 40 minutes. The initial change was triggered by injuries to Brendan Gallagher (lower body) and Sean Monahan (foot).
Dec 6, 2022
Tallies again Tuesday
Anderson scored a goal on three shots and added three hits in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Kraken.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's goal came seven seconds after a Cole Caufield goal. That quick burst of offense was ultimately enough for the Canadiens to get the win, with Anderson's goal standing as the game-winner. He's up to seven tallies, nine points, 54 shots on net, 50 hits, 23 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 24 outings.
Dec 5, 2022
Ends slump Monday
Anderson scored a goal on four shots and added four hits in Monday's 7-6 overtime loss to the Canucks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson entered Monday on a seven-game point drought. He briefly looked like the Canadiens' hero when he scored with three minutes left in the third period, but the Canucks answered on a power play and won 13 seconds into overtime. The 28-year-old is far from consistent on offense, but he has a goal-dangerous shot. He's up to six goals, two assists, 51 shots on net, 47 hits, 23 PIM and a minus-2 rating through 23 contests.
Nov 17, 2022
Scores in loss to Columbus
Anderson netted a goal in Thursday's 6-4 win versus the Blue Jackets.
ANALYSIS
It was Anderson's fifth goal and seventh point in 15 games this season. He had 19 goals and 32 points in 69 contests in 2021-22 while logging 17:44 of ice time. Going into Thursday's game, he was averaging just 14:17 this season, so it's impressive that he's been able to maintain a similar scoring pace despite his significant drop in playing time. Unless his role increases though, this is probably about as good as he can do.
Nov 13, 2022
Scores in return
Anderson scored a goal on three shots in Saturday's 5-4 overtime win over the Penguins. He added one hit, one blocked shot and a two-minute minor over 13:44 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Anderson returned to the ice after a two-game suspension and made an impact early. He picked up a loose puck along the boards in the Pittsburgh end, circled to the center of the ice at the blue and wristed a shot past Tristan Jarry to put Montreal on top at the 1:48 mark. The goal was Anderson's fourth and first in five games.
Nov 10, 2022
Completes suspension
Anderson has completed his suspension and will be eligible to play Saturday versus the Penguins.
ANALYSIS
Anderson boarded Alex Pietrangelo of the Golden Knights in last Saturday's contest. Following his suspension, Anderson is expected to resume a middle-six role. He has five points, 29 hits, 19 PIM and 17 shots on goal through 12 contests this year.
Nov 6, 2022
Suspended two games
Anderson received a two-game suspension Sunday for boarding Vegas' Alex Pietrangelo.
ANALYSIS
Anderson will not be available Tuesday in Detroit or Wednesday against the Canucks. The 28-year-old has five points in 12 games this season. Rem Pitlick could slide back into the lineup as a result.
Nov 6, 2022
Will have hearing
Anderson will have a hearing with NHL Player Safety on Sunday for boarding Vegas' Alex Pietrangelo.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was assessed a five-minute major for boarding and a game misconduct Saturday at the 10:08 mark of the third period. It appears as though he will be disciplined further for hitting Pietrangelo from behind in front of the Vegas bench.
Nov 6, 2022
Could face suspension for hit
Anderson racked up 15 penalty minutes and was assessed a game misconduct for a hit on the Golden Knights' Alex Pietrangelo in Saturday's 6-4 loss.
ANALYSIS
Anderson hit Pietrangelo in front of the Vegas bench and was immediately mauled by members of the Golden Knights. The infraction could lead to a suspension for the Canadiens' winger.
Oct 28, 2022
Wins it for Habs
Anderson scored a goal and assisted on another to go along with three hits and four shots over 13:42 of ice time in Thursday's 3-2 win over Buffalo.
ANALYSIS
Anderson scored the game winner with under four minutes left. His first try in close was stopped by Eric Comrie, but he circled back to the high slot where David Savard set him up for a bomb that was redirected above the goalie's left shoulder. It was Anderson's third goal, all of which have come in Montreal victories.
Oct 21, 2022
Scores first in win
Anderson scored a goal on two shots on net along with one hit in Thursday's 6-2 win over the Coyotes.
ANALYSIS
Anderson and the Canadiens struck first, just 1:58 into the game, when he banged home a loose puck after Connor Ingram made a couple of stops. The Habs jumped to a 3-0 first period, twice taking advantage of Arizona turnovers in their own end, and never looked back. Anderson's goal was his second of the season and set up by linemates Kirby Dach and Jonathan Drouin.
Oct 12, 2022
Nets game-winning goal late
Anderson scored late in the third period Wednesday as the Canadiens edged the Maple Leafs 4-3.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's goal with 19 seconds remaining lifted the Canadiens to a season-opening victory. It was a big step for Anderson, who scored 19 goals last season but struggled with a minus-25 rating. The 2012 fourth-round draft pick paced the Canadiens on Wednesday with a plus-2 rating and added two hits.
Sep 30, 2022
Full participant at practice
Anderson (upper body) was a full participant at Friday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was evidently sidelined due to a spider bite that caused one of his hands to swell up. The 28-year-old winger will likely be in the lineup for Saturday's preseason game versus the Senators.
Sep 29, 2022
Resumes skating
Anderson (upper body) skated with his teammates in a non-contact jersey Thursday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
This is an encouraging development for Anderson, who has yet to appear in a preseason contest due to an upper-body injury. Check back for another update on the 28-year-old winger, who collected 19 goals and 32 points through 69 games last campaign, once he's cleared for contact.
Sep 27, 2022
Yet to begin skating
Anderson (upper body) has not been seen skating yet, indicating a more serious injury than his day-to-day classification would indicate, per Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
The fact that Anderson hasn't been seen on the ice doesn't bode well for him being available for the upcoming preseason matchups with Toronto and Winnipeg on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively. Until the Habs provide more clarity, fantasy players will have to take his day-to-day tag at face value but may want to prepare for the 28-year-old winger to be unavailable for Opening Night.
Sep 22, 2022
Dealing with injury
Anderson (upper body) is day-to-day to begin training camp, Jon Still of TSN 690 reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson is dealing with an injury, though the severity is unknown. It's unclear if he'll be able to practice in the coming days or if he'll have to miss some preseason action, which makes his status for Opening Night cloudy as well.
Sep 22, 2022
Dealing with injury
Anderson (upper body) is day-to-day to begin training camp, Jon Still of TSN 690 reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson is dealing with an injury, though the severity is unknown. It's unclear if he'll be able to practice in the coming days or if he'll have to miss some preseason action, which makes his status for Opening Night cloudy as well.
Apr 28, 2022
Reaches 30 points
Anderson had an assist and one hit in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Rangers.
ANALYSIS
Anderson had a hand in the first of two goals by defenseman Jeff Petry, and the assist was his 30th point in 68 games. Since a hat trick March 1, the 27-year-old forward has just six points in 25 contests.
Apr 25, 2022
Posts PPG
Anderson scored a power-play goal on three shots on net to go along with five hits and four penalty minutes in Sunday's 5-3 loss to Boston.
ANALYSIS
Anderson snapped a six-game goal drought early in the second period. Handing around the slot area, Anderson was well placed to take advantage of a Jeff Petry shot that caromed off Brendan Gallagher. It was Anderson's 19th marker of the season and second on the power play.
Apr 11, 2022
Nets 100th career goal
Anderson scored a goal on two shots, levied four hits and blocked two shots in Monday's 4-2 loss to the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's 100th career goal came in unconventional fashion, as a Jeff Petry shot redirected in off the winger's knee. They all count the same, though it took parts of eight seasons for Anderson to reach the three-digit milestone. The 27-year-old has been effective in a middle-six role this season with 28 points, 130 shots on net, 130 hits, 55 PIM and a minus-22 rating through 60 contests.
Apr 3, 2022
Scores in comeback win
Anderson scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 5-4 shootout win over the Lightning. He added one hit and one blocked shot over 14:20 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was set free on a pass from Mike Hoffman, and he beat Brian Elliott five-hole. It was the second goal in the last four games for Anderson, who was recently dropped to the second line amid a nine-game drought during which he had just one assist.
Mar 27, 2022
Finds twine in shootout loss
Anderson scored a goal on four shots, levied three hits, blocked two shots and added two PIM in Sunday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Devils.
ANALYSIS
Anderson started the Canadiens' comeback in the second period with his first goal in 10 games since his March 1 hat trick. The 27-year-old winger had just one assist in that span and missed two contests with a lower-body injury. For the season, he's at 16 tallies, 26 points, 119 shots, 116 hits, 55 PIM and a minus-21 rating in 53 outings. Anderson is still seeing top-line time even though his offense has been missing in action.
Mar 19, 2022
Back in action
Anderson (lower body) is in Saturday's lineup against Ottawa, John Lu of TSN.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson missed the last two games with a lower-body injury but he'll be back in a top-line role Saturday. The 27-year-old has 24 points through 48 games this season. He's on a five-game scoring drought since pocketing a hat trick on March 1.
Mar 17, 2022
Out Thursday, remains day-to-day
Anderson (lower body) will not play Thursday against visiting Dallas.
ANALYSIS
Anderson will miss his second contest with the injury and remain day-to-day heading into the team's next game Saturday against Ottawa. Aside from a hat trick in Winnipeg on March 1, the 27-year-old was otherwise held off the scoresheet in his last eight games.
Mar 15, 2022
Out Tuesday
Anderson (lower body) will not be in Tuesday's lineup against Arizona.
ANALYSIS
Anderson may have picked up the injury Sunday against the Flyers but it's unclear how severe it is at this stage. He has 15 goals and 24 points through 48 games on the year. An update on his status should be available before Thursday's tilt with Dallas.
Mar 2, 2022
Pots three in loss
Anderson scored three goals, including one on the power play, on four shots in Tuesday's 8-4 loss to the Jets. He added one hit and four penalty minutes over 19:32 of ice time.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's first NHL hat trick helped the Canadiens overcome a 4-0 deficit, but Winnipeg kept coming and snapped Montreal's five-game win streak. The winger has found his scoring touch of late, posting six goals on 11 shots over the last five contests. The Habs' top line, which also features Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, have been hot under interim head coach Martin St. Louis. Anderson leads the team with 15 goals, and Tuesday's power-play tally was his first of the season.
Feb 27, 2022
Returns to lineup
Anderson had one hit over 19:23 of ice time in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Senators.
ANALYSIS
Anderson left the Canadiens' previous game Wednesday during the second period after a puck caught him in the face. He was ready to skate Saturday while sporting a shiner and skated on the top line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.
Feb 25, 2022
Ready to rock
Anderson (face) will play Saturday versus the Senators.
ANALYSIS
Anderson took a shot to the face during Wednesday's win over the Sabres, but he's evidently going to tough it out and suit up against Ottawa on Saturday. The 27-year-old winger has picked up 12 goals and 21 points while posting an ugly minus-18 rating through 41 games this campaign.
Feb 23, 2022
Takes shot to face
Anderson (face) won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Sabres.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was hit in the face late in the second period on a Casey Mittelstadt shot. He logged two blocked shots, a hit and a plus-1 rating in 10:13 of ice time before his exit. Anderson has clicked on the top line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield lately, so the Canadiens will have to hope he's ready to go by Saturday's game versus the Senators.
Feb 21, 2022
Three-point burst in win
Anderson scored twice on five shots, dished an assist, logged four hits and went plus-2 in Monday's 5-2 win over the Maple Leafs.
ANALYSIS
Anderson and Cole Caufield each enjoyed three-point games as the Habs' winning streak reached three. With three goals in his last two games, Anderson has responded well to his promotion to the top line. The 27-year-old is at 21 points, 96 shots, 98 hits, 41 PIM and a minus-19 rating through 40 contests overall. He's unlikely to stay consistent for long, but Anderson's strong goal-scoring history is worth investing in while he's hot.
Feb 20, 2022
Pots 10th goal of season
Anderson scored his 10th goal of the season and added two shots, two hits, two PIM and a blocked shot in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Islanders.
ANALYSIS
Taking a cross-ice pass from Nick Suzuki late in the second period, Anderson ripped the puck over Ilya Sorokin from a sharp angle to give Montreal a 2-1 lead. Anderson has struggled to build any momentum this season and has managed only three goals and five points over the last 13 games, but he has the skill -- and at the moment, the linemates -- to heat up at any time.
Feb 18, 2022
Moves to top line
Anderson had four shots on net, one hit and two penalty minutes in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Blues.
ANALYSIS
In Montreal's first game since trading Tyler Toffoli, it was Anderson who slipped into the Toffoli's spot on the top line with Cole Caufield and Ryan Suzuki. Anderson hasn't scored in six games, but the Canadiens have shown more jump under interim coach Martin St. Louis. That, plus lining up with the suddenly hot Caufield (four goals in four games) and the team's point leader in Suzuki (28 points), Anderson's in position for a scoring lift.
Jan 30, 2022
Leads team in goals
Anderson scored a goal on five shots and one hit in Saturday's 7-2 loss to Edmonton.
ANALYSIS
Anderson jostled for position in front of the net and batted home a rebound of a Ben Chiarot shot to put Montreal on the board in the second period. It was the ninth goal of the season for Anderson, who takes over the team lead in goals. It was the second goal and third point over the last seven games following an 11-game absence due to an upper-body injury.
Jan 27, 2022
Hits scoresheet in loss
Anderson had one assist, two hits and two blocked shots in Thursday's 5-4 loss to the Ducks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was part of the forecheck that kept the puck in the Anaheim end before Rem Pitlick set up Jake Evans for Montreal's first goal. It was the second point in six games since returning from an upper-body injury. The 27-year-old forward has eight goals, seven assists, 72 shots, 80 hits, 37 PIM and is minus-13 over 31 games.
Jan 22, 2022
Returning to action Saturday
Anderson (undisclosed) will play Saturday versus the Avalanche.
ANALYSIS
Anderson will play in his usual third-line role. He won't end up missing any time with the undisclosed injury.
Jan 22, 2022
Game-time call Saturday
Anderson (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Saturday's tilt with Colorado.
ANALYSIS
Anderson is averaging 17 minutes of ice time with 14 points through 28 games this season. If he's unable to go Saturday, the team may need to make a emergency recall to replace him in the lineup unless they plan to dress an extra blueliner.
Jan 19, 2022
Busy night in win
Anderson scored a goal on two shots, delivered five hits, blocked one shot and was assessed 10-minute game misconduct penalty in Tuesday's 5-2 win over Dallas.
ANALYSIS
Anderson potted Montreal's final goal early in the third period, his eighth of the season and first since Nov. 27. Since then, Anderson missed 11 games due to an upper-body injury and was held scoreless in three other contests. This was the forward's second game back, and he was unafraid to mix it up later in the third period. Both he and teammate Jonathan Drouin were sent to their locker rooms following a kerfuffle with the Stars' Tyler Seguin and Jamie Benn.
Jan 17, 2022
Will play Monday
Anderson (upper body) was activated off IR and will play Monday against Arizona, Arpon Basu of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson has missed the last 11 games while recovering from an upper-body injury he suffered against Colorado on Dec. 2. The 27-year-old has averaged 17:49 of ice time -- 1:28 during the power play -- and recorded seven points over the 10 appearances prior to the contest he exited early with an injury. He will likely reprise his top-six role for Monday's game against Arizona.
Jan 15, 2022
Could play Monday
Anderson (upper body) "feels 100 percent ready to go" and could suit up Monday against Arizona, Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Of course, Anderson will need to be fully cleared to play and activated from injured reserve before he can officially enter the lineup Monday. The 27-year-old hasn't played since Dec. 2, missing the last 11 games with his upper-body issue. Assuming he plays Monday, expect Anderson to skate in his usual top-six role.
Jan 12, 2022
Joins team on road trip
Anderson (upper body) flew with the team to Boston but will not play Wednesday night against the Bruins, Pat Hickey of the Montreal Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson returned to practice this week and wore a non-contact jersey, and the Canadiens expect him back sometime next week. He is tied with Nick Suzuki for the team lead with seven goals while playing seven fewer games.
Jan 9, 2022
Practices Sunday
Anderson (upper body) practiced in a non-contact jersey Sunday, Arpon Basu of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson hasn't played since Dec. 2 due to an upper-body injury. Assuming the estimation of an eight-week absence was accurate, the 27-year-old doesn't figure to return from injured reserve until later in January. Anderson had seven goals and six assists while averaging 17:07 of ice time in 25 games before the injury.
Dec 15, 2021
Recovery timetable extended
Anderson (upper body) has had his recovery timetable extended to eight weeks from his initial injury date.
ANALYSIS
Anderson had recorded seven points through the 10 contests prior to his injury and was on pace for 43 points if he played all 82 games this season. His absence will continue to provide opportunities for call-ups and depth players while the Canadiens search for a way to make up the lost production and fill his skates.
Dec 2, 2021
Out 2-4 weeks
Anderson (upper body) is expected to miss 2-to-4 weeks.
ANALYSIS
Given the timeline, it wouldn't be surprising to see Anderson land on injured reserve in the coming days. The Canadiens called up Laurent Dauphin to supplement their forward depth while Anderson is out.
Dec 2, 2021
Suffers upper-body injury
Anderson (upper body) won't return to Thursday's game against the Avalanche.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was injured in the second period. While the 27-year-old is done for Thursday, his status for Saturday's game against the Predators hasn't been determined yet.
Nov 28, 2021
Leads Habs to win Saturday
Anderson scored two goals and an assist in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Penguins.
ANALYSIS
He fired home what proved to be the game-winner with less than two minutes remaining in the third period before adding an empty-netter soon after. Montreal's second line led the way in the victory, as Anderson, Tyler Toffoli and Christian Dvorak combined for four goals and nine points. The multi-point performance was Anderson's first in November, and on the season he has seven goals and 13 points in 23 games.
Nov 26, 2021
Deposits fifth goal
Anderson scored a goal on four shots in Friday's 4-1 loss to Buffalo.
ANALYSIS
Anderson jumped on a turnover in front of the Buffalo net, spun and fired a shot past Dustin Tokarski for his fifth goal of the season. Anderson has endured a tough month of November, accumulating just five points with a minus-10 rating in 12 games.
Nov 21, 2021
Sets up Dvorak in win
Anderson had an assist, one shot on goal, three hits, one blocked shot and a five-minute fighting major in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Predators.
ANALYSIS
After a Nashville defensive-zone turnover, Anderson patiently skated through the slot and slipped a no-look, backhanded pass to Christian Dvorak, who didn't miss while staring at two-thirds of an empty net. It was the third point in the last four games for Anderson, who also has a pair of fights this week.
Nov 17, 2021
Scores, fights in loss
Anderson scored a goal on two shots in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Rangers. He added two hits and a five-minute fighting major.
ANALYSIS
Anderson hit the scoresheet for the second straight game. He finished off the game's scoring by banging home a rebound of a Christian Dvorak shot in the third period just 22 seconds after New York made it 3-1. It was the forward's fourth goal and eighth point of the season. Anderson later engaged with Jacob Trouba as the horn sounded to end the game for his first fighting major of the season.
Nov 14, 2021
Pockets helper in loss
Anderson recorded an assist, two shots on goal, two hits and two PIM in Sunday's 5-2 loss to the Bruins.
ANALYSIS
Anderson helped out on a Michael Pezzetta goal in the second period. The 27-year-old Anderson snapped his five-game point drought with the assist. The winger is up to seven points, 42 shots on net, 41 hits, six PIM and a minus-12 rating. While he's played in a top-six role, Anderson hasn't made a convincing case to stay there if head coach Dominique Ducharme shuffles his lines.
Nov 9, 2021
In line to play Tuesday
Anderson (illness) is on the ice for warmups and expected to play Tuesday versus the Kings, Arpon Basu of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was reported to be ill Tuesday morning, but it appears he's healthy enough to avoid missing a game. The 27-year-old winger is expected to fill a second-line role as usual.
Nov 9, 2021
Questionable Tuesday
Anderson is dealing with a non-COVID-19 illness and is questionable to play Tuesday against visiting Los Angeles.
ANALYSIS
Despite spending time in the top six and averaging 2:40 of power-play duty, Anderson has managed just six points in 13 games this year -- including just one in his last four. Further information on his availability for Tuesday's game will surface during pregame warmup around 6:30 p.m. EST.
Nov 3, 2021
Back on scoresheet
Anderson had a goal on six shots with one hit and one blocked shot in Tuesday's 3-0 win over the Red Wings.
ANALYSIS
Anderson took a feed from Nick Suzuki off the boards in stride in the neutral zone, made a beeline to the goal, and beat Detroit's Alex Nejeljkovic far side for his third goal in four games. Like most of the Canadiens, Anderson started the season in search of his offense, but he's come on over the last week with five points over the last four games. Suzuki's line, with Anderson and Brendan Gallagher on the wings produced all three markers.
Oct 30, 2021
Two points in Saturday's loss
Anderson scored a goal and an assist in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Kings.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old winger also added six shots, two PIM, two hits and a plus-1 rating to his ledger. Anderson has put together back-to-back multi-point outings, but on the season he has only two goals and five points through nine games.
Oct 28, 2021
Two points in win
Anderson scored an empty-net goal on three shots, dished an assist and added two hits in Thursday's 4-0 win over the Sharks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson hasn't had a great start to 2021-22, as this was his first multi-point effort. It's in stark contrast to last year, when he racked up 12 points in the first 19 games. The winger has three points, 19 shots, 22 hits and a minus-4 rating through eight contests so far, but the Canadiens have struggled as a team and he'll likely continue to play in the top six.
Oct 14, 2021
Helps on lone goal
Anderson had one assist, two shots, three hits and two penalty minutes in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Toronto.
ANALYSIS
Anderson corralled a loose puck off a turnover at center ice and patiently led a two-on-one break that resulted in a Jonathan Drouin goal that gave Montreal a 1-0 lead. The second-line forward will be counted on to be a top scorer for the Canadiens, but he needs to smooth out the peaks and valleys of his point production. After registering 12 points in his first 19 contests for the Habs in 2020, he fell off to 12 points over the final 33 games.
Jul 5, 2021
Avoids sweep with OT winner
Anderson scored twice, with his second goal handing the Lightning a 3-2 overtime loss in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Anderson really made his modest 13:16 of ice time count in this one, lifting the Canadiens to their first win of the series. The pair of tallies snapped a four-game point drought for the 27-year-old, who now has just six points (five of which have been goals) in 21 postseason games.
Jun 28, 2021
Team high in hits
Anderson provided eight hits, two shots and one block in Monday night's 5-1 loss to Tampa Bay in Game 1.
ANALYSIS
The Habs laid down the body in Game 1, with the team notching 58 hits in the contest and eight coming from Anderson. The 27-year-old has had a less than stellar postseason with just four points in 18 games but has provided 76 hits and 39 shots during that same stretch. Anderson and the Habs will need to provide more offense in Game 2 Wednesday night when they look to even the series against the Bolts.
Jun 22, 2021
Notches helper
Anderson registered an assist and two hits in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Golden Knights in Game 5.
ANALYSIS
Anderson produced a shot attempt that led to a rebound for Jesperi Kotkaniemi to bury 8:45 into the first period. With two goals and a helper in his last three games, Anderson's finally waking up on offense in the Stanley Cup Semifinals. He still has just four points to go with 35 shots on net and 64 hits in 16 playoff outings.
Jun 18, 2021
Comes up clutch with two goals
Anderson scored twice on four shots and added five hits in Friday's 3-2 overtime win over the Golden Knights in Game 3.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old winger capitalized on a Marc-Andre Fleury mishandle late in the third period to force overtime. In overtime, Anderson tapped in a pass from Paul Byron for the decisive goal. Anderson had been held off the scoresheet for 12 straight games after tallying in Game 1 of the first round versus the Maple Leafs. He's now produced three goals, 32 shots, 52 hits and a minus-3 rating through 14 contests.
May 20, 2021
Opens scoring in win
Anderson scored a goal on four shots and added three hits in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Maple Leafs in Game 1.
ANALYSIS
Anderson tallied the opening goal at 12:08 of the first period, splitting the Maple Leafs' defensemen and converting a pass from Eric Staal. The 27-year-old Anderson ended the regular season on an 11-game point drought, so it's encouraging to see him back on the scoresheet. He amassed 17 tallies, seven assists, 139 hits and 125 shots on net through 52 regular-season outings overall.
May 16, 2021
Practices without issues
Anderson (undisclosed) participated in Sunday's practice, John Lu of TSN Montreal reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's absence from the Canadiens' season finale was merely precautionary, so he'll be ready to play in Thursday's Game 1 against the Maple Leafs.
May 12, 2021
Not playing season finale
Anderson (undisclosed) will not be in the lineup Wednesday against the visiting Oilers, Arpon Basu of The Athletic
ANALYSIS
Anderson isn't expected to be dealing with anything serious, so it makes sense that the team would hold him out for what's basically a meaningless season finale. He'll conclude the regular season having recorded 24 points across 16:25 of average ice time in 52 games.
May 11, 2021
Questionable for season finale
Anderson (undisclosed) is considered questionable for Wednesday's season finale versus the Oilers,Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's injury isn't believed to be serious, but the Canadiens may nonetheless decide to give him the night off Wednesday versus Edmonton to ensure he's 100 percent healthy for Montreal's first-round playoff series. The 27-year-old winger has picked up 24 points through 52 games this season.
Apr 21, 2021
Snipes pair Wednesday
Anderson scored twice on five shots and added three hits in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Oilers.
ANALYSIS
Anderson scored in the second period and then added the game-winner, which was upheld upon review, in the third. The 26-year-old winger has 17 goals, 24 points, 104 shots on net, 102 hits, 36 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 41 contests in his first year with the Canadiens.
Apr 14, 2021
Logs secondary assist
Anderson had an assist, six hits and one blocked shot in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to Calgary.
ANALYSIS
Anderson went flat out on the ice to get the puck out of the Canadiens' zone, sliding a pass to Jonathan Drouin, who spotted Brett Kulak joining the rush. Kulak finished on the rush for his first goal since March 2019. The helper gives Anderson points in two consecutive games and was his seventh in 37 games this season. Meanwhile, the six body checks raised the power forward's season total to 97, second on the team behind Alexander Romanov's 109.
Apr 12, 2021
Tallies go-ahead goal
Andreson scored a goal on four shots and had two hits Monday in a 4-2 win over Montreal.
ANALYSIS
Anderson led a 2-on-1 rush and snapped a shot glove side past Toronto netminder Jack Campbell to break a 2-2 tie late in the second period. The goal held up as the game winner and handed Campbell is first loss of the season. It was Anderson's 15th tally in 36 contests, which would put him on course for his first 30-goal campaign in a regular 82-game schedule.
Apr 7, 2021
Runs point streak to three
Anderson had an assist, three shots on net and three hits in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Toronto.
ANALYSIS
Anderson had the primary assist on Corey Perry's second goal of the game late in the third period to bring the Canadiens within a goal. He had earlier been removed from the game in the second period after colliding with the Maple Leafs' T.J. Brodie but returned for the third. Of note, Anderson skated on a reconfigured first line that features Anderson and Perry flanking Nick Suzuki.
Apr 6, 2021
Scores again
Anderson had one goal on five shots along with a hit and blocked shot in Monday's 3-2 overtime win over the Oilers.
ANALYSIS
Anderson logged his third goal in the last two games, giving him 14 markers in 32 games. He becomes a more important factor in Montreal's offense after the team lost Brendan Gallagher to a fractured thumb during the game. Gallagher's absence is being measured in weeks.
Apr 3, 2021
Scores twice in loss
Anderson collected a pair of goals on three shots in Saturday's 6-3 loss to Ottawa.
ANALYSIS
Anderson picked up both of his goals during the second period, first sniping a wrister from the left circle to tie the game at 2-2, then following up on his own blocked shot attempt to pull the Canadiens to within 4-3. Anderson, who snapped a five-game point drought, has tallied 13 goals in 31 contests this season thanks to a career-best 16.3 shooting percentage.
Mar 15, 2021
Goal and assist Monday
Anderson scored a power-play goal on four shots and added an assist in Monday's 4-2 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Anderson had a hand in Jesperi Kotkaniemi's first-period tally. The 26-year-old Anderson also scored at 5:33 of the second period to give the Canadiens a 2-0 lead. The winger had picked up just two points in his last five outings, so this was a welcome burst of offense. He's up to 11 tallies, 16 points, 69 shots on net, 69 hits and 23 PIM in 25 outings. Monday was just the second time this year Anderson failed to record a hit.
Mar 10, 2021
Snags power-play assist
Anderson recorded a power-play assist, three hits and two shots on goal in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Canucks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson had a hand in Shea Weber's second-period marker. In three games since he returned from a lower-body injury, Anderson has a goal and an assist. The 26-year-old winger is up to 10 goals, four helpers, 61 shots on net, 65 hits and 18 PIM through 22 contests.
Mar 6, 2021
Scores in return
Anderson scored a goal on four shots to go with three hits in Saturday's 7-1 win over Winnipeg.
ANALYSIS
Anderson returned to action after a three-game layoff due to a lower-body injury. He joined a reconstructed third line that now features Anderson and Tyler Toffoli, two of Montreal's top three goal scorers, flanking center Jesperi Kotkaniemi. Anderson now has 10 goals, tied with Brendan Gallagher for second on the team behind Toffoli's 15 markers.
Mar 6, 2021
Ready to rock
Anderson (lower body) is expected to return to the lineup Saturday against Winnipeg, John Lu of TSN.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson will return to a prominent role following his three-game absence, skating on Montreal's third line and second power-play unit against the Jets. He's notched nine goals and 12 points in 19 games this campaign.
Mar 4, 2021
Remains unavailable
Anderson (lower body) won't play Thursday versus Winnipeg.
ANALYSIS
Anderson will miss a third straight contest Thursday, but there's a chance he'll be ready to return Saturday against the Jets. The 26-year-old winger has racked up nine goals and 12 points through 19 games this campaign.
Mar 2, 2021
Can't to Tuesday
Anderson (lower body) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Senators.
ANALYSIS
As expected, Anderson will miss a second straight game. The 26-year-old accrued nine goals and three assists through the first 19 games, adding 56 hits as well. His next chance to play is Thursday versus the Jets.
Mar 1, 2021
Unlikely to play Tuesday
Anderson (lower body) is doubtful for Tuesday's game versus the Senators.
ANALYSIS
Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reported Saturday that Anderson will be back within a week, but the 26-year-old is nevertheless expected to miss a second straight game. Anderson is second on the team with nine goals -- all at even strength -- through 19 games, so the Canadiens' offense will take a hit as long as he's out.
Feb 27, 2021
Expected back soon
Anderson (lower body) is expected to return within one week, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
That doesn't completely rule Anderson out for Tuesday's game versus the Senators. The 26-year-old has played in a top-six role this season, with 12 points, 49 shots on goal and 56 hits through 19 appearances. Jake Evans will likely see more playing time with Anderson out.
Feb 27, 2021
Expected to sit out Saturday
Anderson (lower body) is considered doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Anderson is considered day-to-day, and Jake Evans is slated to enter the lineup in his place. The Canadiens' offense will take a major hit with Anderson out of the lineup, as he recorded nine goals and three assists through 19 games. The 26-year-old Anderson's next chance to play is Tuesday against the Senators.
Feb 26, 2021
Deemed day-to-day
Anderson (lower body) is considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game versus the Jets, Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's injury has been downplayed, but his status is still uncertain for Saturday's contest. While the Canadiens have been shaking up the lines lately, Anderson's unit alongside Nick Suzuki and Jonathan Drouin has been relatively stable. Joel Armia, who replaced Anderson on the second line Thursday, would be the top candidate to fill the void.
Feb 25, 2021
Injury may not serious
Montreal interim head coach Dominique Ducharme said he doesn't believe the injury to Anderson (undisclosed) is serious, Stu Cowan of the Montreal Gazette reports. "We need to do more tests, so we'll know tomorrow. But we're confident so far," said Ducharme.
ANALYSIS
Anderson took a fall on what looked like a slew foot during the first period and never came out of the locker room for the second period and beyond. He was replaced on the second line by Joel Armia for the rest of the game. Montreal and Winnipeg meet again Saturday.
Feb 25, 2021
Done for night
Anderson (undisclosed) won't return to Thursday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Anderson appeared to go down awkwardly on a hit from Jets' defenseman Dylan DeMelo in the first period, and he didn't return to the bench in the second. Anderson will depart having played just 4:24 in the contest and dishing out one hit. He'll likely be re-evaluated ahead of Saturday's game against the Jets.
Feb 21, 2021
Snaps drought
Anderson had an assist and two hits in Sunday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Senators.
ANALYSIS
Anderson snapped a three-game pointless streak with his third assist of the season, setting up Nick Suzuki's first-period goal. The Suzuki line, featuring Anderson and Jonathan Drouin on the wings, has been cold of late, registering just one point in the four games leading up to Sunday's contest.
Feb 20, 2021
Takes to the body
Anderson had two shots on net, one blocked shot, nine hits and two PIM in Saturday's 5-3 loss to Toronto.
ANALYSIS
Anderson made an early splash by scoring goals, but the power forward hasn't lost his combative nature. He's recorded 24 hits over the last four games and leads Montreal with 51 hits. Anderson has nine goals, two assists and 42 shots over 16 games.
Feb 10, 2021
Quickly opens scoring
Anderson scored a goal and doled out four hits in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to the Maple Leafs.
ANALYSIS
Anderson struck at 1:16 of the first period, but the Canadiens' offense lacked much punch after that. The 26-year-old Anderson has been spectacular so far this season with nine goals, two helpers, 38 shots on net and 31 hits through 13 appearances. The winger is bound to regress from his 23.7 percent scoring rate, but he'll make for an attractive option in DFS until he cools off from his early-season scoring binge.
Feb 6, 2021
Pots game-winner against Sens
Anderson scored the game-winning goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory over the Senators.
ANALYSIS
The power forward collected his eighth goal of the season early in the third period during the somewhat sluggish afternoon contest. Anderson has a three-game goal streak and a four-game point streak going, and on the season he's now racked up 10 points through 12 games.
Feb 4, 2021
Collects SHG late
Anderson scored a short-handed goal on five shots and led the team with five hits in a 3-2 loss to Ottawa on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Anderson buried a wrist shot off a faceoff win to pull the Canadiens to within 3-2 with 1:29 left in regulation. It was the seventh-goal of the season for Anderson, an offseason acquisition who has been just about everything Montreal could've hoped for through 11 games.
Feb 2, 2021
Lights lamp twice in win
Anderson scored two goals in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Canucks.
ANALYSIS
The rugged forward added four shots, three hits, two PIM and a plus-1 rating to his ledger. Both of Anderson's tallies came in the first period as he proved to be a physical mismatch for the Vancouver defense -- he pushed Jalen Chatfield into the net along with the puck on his first goal, then couldn't be dislodged from the slot on the second, giving him an opportunity to tip home Brett Kulak's point shot. Anderson is up to six goals and eight points through his first 10 games with the Habs, and so far Montreal seems to be the clear winner in the trade that sent Max Domi to Columbus.
Feb 1, 2021
Collects assist
Anderson notched an assist, three shots on goal and two hits in Monday's 6-2 win over the Canucks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson didn't miss any time with flu-like symptoms that forced him to exit Saturday's game against the Flames early. That worked out well for the Canadiens, as he fed Nick Suzuki for the opening goal at the one-minute mark of Monday's game. Anderson is up to four goals, two assists, a plus-4 rating, 27 shots and 18 hits through nine contests. He's already eclipsed the four points he had in 26 games last year, which was an injury-riddled campaign for the 26-year-old.
Feb 1, 2021
Set to play Monday
Anderson (illness) is slated to play in Monday's clash with Vancouver, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson -- who was forced to leave Saturday's matchup with Calgary after just 6:06 of ice time -- was back on the ice for Monday's game-day skate and appears ready to rejoin the lineup. In eight contests this year, the 26-year-old winger garnered four goals on 24 shots, one assist and 16 hits while averaging 13:43 of ice time.
Jan 31, 2021
Tests negative for COVID-19
Anderson tested negative for COVID-19 after leaving Saturday's game against the Flames with flu-like symptoms, Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson will be tested again Sunday. His first order of business is to get healthy, but as long as the 26-year-old continues to test negative for COVID-19, he should be back in the lineup once he feels 100 percent. The Canadiens' next scheduled game in Monday against the Canucks.
Jan 30, 2021
Pulled with flu-like symptoms
Anderson (illness) was removed from Saturday's game versus the Flames due to flu-like symptoms, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson tested negative for COVID-19 and will continue to be tested as part of the health protocols, but this appears to be a different illness. The 26-year-old winger will most likely not play in Monday's game versus the Canucks barring a quick turnaround in his health.
Jan 30, 2021
Done early Saturday
Anderson (undisclosed) will not return to Saturday's game versus the Flames.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was injured late in the first period and did not return at the start of the second. The 26-year-old winger has five points in eight appearances this season, so this is a notable loss to the Canadiens' top six. If Anderson isn't ready for Monday's game against the Canucks, Michael Frolik could enter the lineup while Tyler Toffoli could join the second line.
Jan 28, 2021
Riding three-game point streak
Anderson scored a goal on his only shot and provided two hits in a 4-2 win over Calgary on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Anderson batted a rebound out of mid-air while crashing the net on a 2-on-1, giving Montreal a 3-0 lead midway through the second period. The goal extended Anderson's point streak to three games (two goals, one assist) and gave the first-year Hab five points in his first seven contests with his new club. The 26-year-old battled injuries during his final year in Columbus but produced 27 goals with 60 PIM and a plus-25 rating in 2018-19.
Jan 23, 2021
Garners assist in win
Anderson had an assist, five shots, two hits and a two-minute minor penalty in Saturday's 5-2 win over Vancouver.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's break up along Montreal's blue line led to a breakaway for Jonathan Drouin, who expertly deked Braden Holtby for Montreal's fourth goal. An offseason acquisition, Anderson skates on a potentially explosive line with Drouin (1-4-5) and young center Nick Suzuki (2-4-6). He's second on the team with 21 shots and has three goals and an assist over six games.
Jan 23, 2021
Garners assist in win
Anderson had an assist, five shots, two hits and a two-minute minor penalty in Saturday's 5-2 win over Vancouver.
ANALYSIS
Anderson's breakup along Montreal's blue line led to a breakaway for Jonathan Drouin, who expertly deked Braden Holtby for Montreal's fourth goal. An offseason acquisition, Anderson skates on a potentially explosive line with Drouin (1-4-5) and young center Nick Suzuki (2-4-6). He's second on the team with 21 shots and has three goals and an assist over six games.
Jan 21, 2021
Lights lamp in win
Anderson scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 7-3 win over the Canucks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson began a stretch of three goals in 1:34 for the Canadiens towards the end of the second period. It was his third tally of the year to go with 16 shots on net, six PIM and 11 hits through five outings. The 26-year-old winger has adjusted fairly well to being the shooter on a line with Nick Suzuki and Jonathan Drouin, who both assisted on his goal Thursday.
Jan 20, 2021
Plays all shifts Wednesday
Anderson had one shot, four hits and four PIM over 16:53 of ice time in Wednesday's 6-5 shootout loss to the Canucks.
ANALYSIS
Anderson, who busted out with two goals and seven shots in the season-opening loss to Toronto, missed shifts in each of the next two games but was back to normal Wednesday. Montreal head coach Claude Julien said there's no reason for concern, Stu Cowan of the Montreal Gazette reports. The decision to skip shifts may have been the coach taking it easy on the forward, who was limited to 26 games last season due to shoulder surgery. If there's any hint of a health risk to Anderson, the Canadiens have veterans Corey Perry and Michael Frolik on the taxi squad.
Jan 13, 2021
Two tallies in Habs debut
Anderson scored two goals in Wednesday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Maple Leafs.
ANALYSIS
He fired pucks past Frederik Andersen late in the first period and early in the third, and in one night Anderson doubled his goal haul from 26 games last season with Columbus. The 26-year-old winger has had some trouble avoiding injuries in his career, but on a line with Nick Suzuki and Jonathan Drouin, Anderson could prove to be very productive when he's healthy.
Jan 7, 2021
Waived unconditionally
The Avalanche placed Anderson on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract Thursday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
The Avalanche selected Anderson with the 71st overall pick in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft. The 22-year-old blueliner has bounced between the ECHL and AHL since turning pro in 2018, so this news doesn't come as much of a surprise. Anderson will likely look to catch on with another NHL organization on an AHL-only deal or head overseas to continue his playing career.
Jan 6, 2021
Practices on second power play
Anderson skated on the second power play unit during practice Tuesday and Wednesday, Stu Cowan of the Montreal Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson has been practicing on the second line with Nick Suzuki and Jonathan Drouin in addition to the power play. He's coming off a shoulder injury that limited him to one goal and three assists in a season shortened to 26 games due to a shoulder injury. He reports the shoulder is fully healed, and Anderson is looking to regain the form he had in 2019 when he scored 27 goals with 20 assists.
Mar 2, 2020
Undergoes season-ending surgery
Anderson underwent season-ending shoulder surgery on Monday. We will face a 4-to-6 month recovery.
ANALYSIS
Anderson hasn't played since mid-December and now his disappointing 2019-20 campaign is all wrapped up. The 25-year-old winger recorded four points and a minus-8 rating in 26 games. Fortunately, his recovery timeline puts him on track to be ready for training camp ahead of the 2020-21 season.
Feb 27, 2020
May be headed for surgery
Anderson is likely done for the season and could need surgery to repair his shoulder injury, per Darren Dreger of TSN.
ANALYSIS
Considering Anderson has missed the last 33 games due to his shoulder issue, the prospect of him being sidelined the remainder of the 2019-20 campaign shouldn't come as a shock. The winger's name was circulated in trade rumors at the deadline but it seems his health played a significant factor in keeping him in Columbus. The 19-year-old will be a restricted free agent this offseason, a negotiation that will no doubt be complicated by his lack of play time.
Feb 7, 2020
Still sidelined
Anderson (shoulder) isn't in the projected lineup for Friday's matchup with Detroit, NHL.com's Craig Merz reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson returned to practice with his teammates over a week ago, so he's definitely closing in on a return, but the Blue Jackets have yet to release any details regarding when they expect him to be ready to rejoin the lineup. Once healthy, the 25-year-old should return to a top-six role and a spot on one of Columbus' power-play units despite his lackluster start to the campaign.
Feb 4, 2020
Still sidelined
Anderson (shoulder) won't play Tuesday against Florida, Alison Lukan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson returned to practice for the first time since suffering his shoulder injury Thursday, so he should be ready to rejoin the lineup sooner rather than later, but he'll have to wait for Friday's matchup with Detroit for his next opportunity to do so. The 25-year-old has had a highly disappointing injury-riddled campaign thus far in 2019-20, having notched just four points through 26 contests.
Feb 2, 2020
Injury layoff extends further
Anderson (shoulder) remains out of the lineup Sunday in Montreal.
ANALYSIS
Anderson has been progressing in his recovery from a shoulder injury that's sidelined him since Dec. 14, but his ability to get back to practice hasn't translated to game readiness yet. Tuesday against Florida will present Anderson's next opportunity to get back in there and start trying to add to his meager season totals of one goal and four points, but he'll need to be removed from injured reserve before he can take the ice.
Jan 31, 2020
Still sidelined
Anderson (shoulder) won't play Saturday against the Sabres, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson practiced for the first time since mid-December on Thursday, so he's clearly making progress in his recovery, but he'll be forced to miss at least one more contest due to his shoulder injury. The 25-year-old winger is on injured reserve, so news of his activation will precede his return to the lineup.
Jan 30, 2020
Back at practice
Anderson (shoulder) practiced with the team for the first time since suffering his shoulder injury Thursday, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson is in the sixth week of the 4-6 week recovery timetable he was assigned Dec. 17, and it appears as though his rehab is right on schedule. If he's able to log another full practice Friday, he could be an option for Saturday's matinee matchup with the Sabres.
Jan 13, 2020
Skating Monday
Anderson (shoulder) skated before Monday's practice, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson was handed a 4-to-6 week timeline Dec. 17, and Tuesday marks the four-week mark. Still, the 25-year-old isn't taking contact yet, so it's unlikely he's ready for Tuesday's clash versus the Bruins. Anderson's on the right track, however, and he'll aim to get back in the lineup by the All-Star break.
Oct 7, 2019
Ruled out with upper-body issue
Anderson will not be in the lineup against Buffalo on Monday due to an upper-body injury, Brian Hedger of NHL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
After a solid first outing in which he registered six shots on goal and saw 3:07 of ice time with the man advantage, Anderson was held without a shot and lost his spot on the PP versus Pittsburgh on Saturday. The winger was classified by coach John Tortorella as day-to-day, so he could be an option for the Jackets' next matchup with Anaheim on Friday.
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