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Slafkovsky to play for Canadiens in Game 5 after hit from Crozier | NHL.com
- Juraj Slafkovsky will be in the Canadiens' lineup for Game 5 against the Lightning.
- Slafkovsky did not practice but played in Game 4 and has three goals in the series.
- Montreal coach Martin St. Louis urged players not to let one moment define the series.
- Slafkovsky is the No. 1 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft and has three goals in the series.
- Noah Dobson joined practice and could return later, but is not expected to play in Game 5.
- The Canadiens travel to Tampa for Game 5, set for 7 p.m. ET with multiple outlets carrying the broadcast.
- Slafkovsky has 30 goals and 73 points in 82 regular-season games this year.
- Montreal's Jake Evans commented on penalties and team execution needs.
- Slafkovsky's injury status was updated ahead of Game 5 as teammates rallied.
- The series is tied 2-2 after Montreal's 3-2 loss in Game 4, prompting the Game 5 decision.
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