Norlinder had one shot on goal, one hit and one blocked shot over 17:39 of ice time in Thursday's 6-0 loss to Pittsburgh.
Norlinder made his NHL debut Thursday and was one of three Canadiens not on the ice for a Penguin tally. He replaced Chris Wideman in the lineup and served on the first-unit power play, a nod to his offensive potential. The Habs need to evaluate Norlinder, who had been rehabbing an undisclosed injury. If the 2019 third-round pick does not stick with the team, Norlinder must be returned to Frolunda HC in Sweden.