Canadiens Recall David Reinbacher

The Montreal Canadiens have recalled 21-year-old defenseman David Reinbacher from the AHL's Laval Rocket, the team announced on October 14, 2026. Montreal had an open roster spot available, eliminating the need for a corresponding transaction. The move provides defensive depth after veteran Mike Matheson missed the previous game against the Buffalo Sabres due to an injury expected to sideline him for a few days.

Reinbacher was selected fifth overall by the Canadiens in the 2023 NHL Draft. Despite earlier knee surgery limiting his rookie AHL campaign, he recorded 24 points in 57 games with Laval last season and appeared in two NHL games. He started the current season with two assists across four AHL games.