Canadiens' Jake Evans: Off injured reserve

Evans (lower body) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.

Despite being described as a game-time decision for Saturday's clash against Ottawa, Evans appears ready to return to the lineup. He hasn't played since Dec. 20 due to the injury. Evan is likely to serve in a middle-six capacity, and his return might result in Sammy Blais being a healthy scratch versus the Senators.