Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach will miss the rest of the season after having surgery on his right knee, the team announced Friday. Dach had surgery on the same knee on Oct. 31, 2023, ending his 2023-24 campaign in just his second game of the season.

Kirby Dach's season has been cut short due to knee surgery, which will keep him sidelined until next season. The Montreal Canadiens, battling for a playoff spot, lose a key player who has struggled with injuries throughout his career.

Kirby Dach will be out the rest of the season for the Montreal Canadiens following knee surgery. The 24-year-old center is expected to make a full recovery before the start of next season after a procedure performed by Dr. Thierry Pauyo in Montreal. Dach played 13:43 in a 5-2 win at the Ottawa Senators on Saturday before missing the past two games.