Canadiens’ Montoya practises for first time since concussion

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Winnipeg Jets' Brandon Tanev (13) attempts to get the puck past Montreal Canadiens goaltender Al Montoya (35) during second period NHL action in Winnipeg on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. (John Woods/CP)

BROSSARD, Que. — Montreal Canadiens goaltender Al Montoya was back at practice on Monday for the first time since Nov. 9.

Montoya, who suffered a concussion in a game against the Winnipeg Jets on Nov. 4, practised from Nov. 5 to 9 before symptoms of his injury appeared.

Montoya is 2-1-0 this season, with an .863 save percentage and a 3.77 goals-against average.

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