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September 19, 2025

After injury woes, Kirby Dach looks to seize opportunity on Canadiens’ second line - The Globe and Mail

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Kirby Dach is back from a season-ending knee injury and pressing to claim Montreal’s second-line center role. After a rough 2023-24 stretch (2 goals, 9 points in 30 games; -21), he embraced a disciplined off-season to re‑establish his pace. He is lined with Patrik Laine and Ivan Demidov, with Martin St. Louis urging a sharp start as Montreal opens Oct. 8 in Toronto. Dach’s performance could redefine his value and the Canadiens’ forward depth.

A healthy Dach could unlock mid-range fantasy upside if he stays on the 2C track and receives meaningful power-play time behind Suzuki. With a contract year looming, his breakout would not only juice Montreal’s offense but also set a price tag on his next deal and future role in the lineup.

What is Dach’s fantasy outlook if he locks the 2C job and stays healthy?How might the Laine–Demidov–Dach trio alter Montreal’s scoring ceiling this season?With a contract year, how might Dach’s breakout influence extension talks or trade value?Which teams would benefit most if Dach returns to form and Montreal’s offense improves?

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