Adam Engstrom will make his NHL debut when the Montréal Canadiens face the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday. The game is set for 9:30 p.m. ET at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Arber Xhekaj will be a healthy scratch, with Jakub Dobes starting in goal.
The Montréal Canadiens held an optional morning skate in Salt Lake City ahead of their matchup against the Utah Mammoth. Defenseman Adam Engstrom, recently recalled from the Laval Rocket, is slated to make his NHL debut in the contest. Engstrom signed a one-year contract with the team earlier this season.
No other lineup changes are projected beyond Arber Xhekaj sitting as a healthy scratch. Goalie Jakub Dobes is announced as the starter for the evening. Thirteen players participated in the optional skate, preparing for the 9:30 p.m. ET puck drop.
This game marks a key moment for Engstrom, who has been with the Laval Rocket prior to his call-up. The Canadiens are looking to build on recent performances, with pregame insights from players like Bolduc and Engstrom himself available. Head coach Martin St-Louis also shared thoughts ahead of the tilt.
The Delta Center will host the action, providing an opportunity for the young blueliner to step into the NHL spotlight.