Andrei Markov

Andrei Markov (lower body) will remain on Canadiens' sidelines

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Andrei Markov (lower body) won't return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Anaheim Ducks.

What It Means:

Markov was unable to participate in the morning skate and remains day-to-day following Saturday's injury. Head coach Michel Therrien expressed optimism the 37-year-old would be able to return on Tuesday night, but perhaps he'll be back on Thursday for a home date with the Minnesota Wild.

Markov is averaging 21:49 minutes of ice time per contest this season, his lowest total over the previous nine healthy campaigns (Markov was limited to 20 games during the 2010-12 seasons). He has 21 points (19 assists) in 31 games this season, with a career-best 54.3 Corsi For Percentage and 3.9 Relative Corsi For Percentage at Even Strength -- well above his 0.7 career-average.