Canadiens Adjust Lineup After Matheson Injury at Bell Centre

Montreal Canadiens will face the Buffalo Sabres at Bell Centre on Oct. 13 without defenseman Mike Matheson, who is sidelined by injury and evaluated daily, according to NHL.com. The team also confirmed Owen Beck will enter the lineup this season.

Matheson's absence led Montreal to return to a traditional formation of 12 forwards and six defensemen, NHL.com reported. The change comes as the Canadiens prepare for their matchup against Buffalo.

Beck was recalled from the Laval Rocket on Sunday night and will play his first game with the Canadiens this season, according to NHL.com. The forward joins the lineup after Montreal adjusted its available player group.

NHL.com reported that Jacob Fowler will receive his third consecutive start in goal for Montreal. Jakub Dobes is expected to start in net Wednesday against Washington.

The Canadiens held a voluntary morning skate before the Buffalo game, with seven players participating, according to NHL.com. The team listed Matheson as unavailable for the matchup while continuing daily evaluations.

The game between Montreal and Buffalo is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. at Bell Centre, according to NHL.com. The Canadiens are set to use the revised lineup featuring Beck for the contest.