The Montreal Canadiens have extended their shutdown until January 8, two days later than originally planned.
They will now return to practice on Sunday. The Laval Rocket will also practice on Sunday, Originally, the team was set to return on Friday but due to six more players hitting COVID protocol, the team is choosing to wait a little longer before returning to the ice.
The Canadiens next game is January 12 in Boston. That game should not be affected by the pause, but it may be affected if more Canadiens players hit COVID protocol.