Montreal Canadiens forward Oliver Kapanen is listed as day-to-day with a lower-body injury, missing the team’s first official training camp session of the 2026-2027 season at the CN Sports Complex. Twenty-three players participated in the opening workout, which featured defenceman Kaiden Guhle wearing a non-contact sweater.
Montreal Canadiens Open Training Camp at CN Sports Complex
The Montreal Canadiens opened their on-ice preparations for the 2026-2027 campaign in Brossard with a 23-player roster on the ice. Head coach and management observed line combinations and defensive pairings during the session as players adjusted to the start of the new season schedule. The team confirmed Kapanen’s evaluation status prior to the skate, leaving the 23-year-old forward as the sole absence from the opening day roster.
Roster Updates and Line Combinations in Brossard
Defenceman Kaiden Guhle took part in the workout while wearing a white non-contact jersey, indicating that he remains limited from full-contact drills as he works his way back to full health. The club released the initial line combinations and defensive pairings observed during the Brossard session as the coaching staff evaluates depth chart options for the upcoming exhibition schedule.
Montreal Canadiens 2026-2027 Training Camp FAQ
Who missed the opening day of Montreal Canadiens training camp?
Forward Oliver Kapanen missed the first day of training camp due to a lower-body injury. The team announced that he is listed as day-to-day.
What was the status of defenceman Kaiden Guhle?
Kaiden Guhle participated in the opening practice session at the CN Sports Complex in Brossard while wearing a non-contact sweater.
Where did the Canadiens hold their first training session?
The team held its first official training session of the 2026-2027 season at the CN Sports Complex in Brossard.
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