According to reporter Nick Alberga, Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jake Allen will officially return this Thursday against the Dallas Stars.

Cayden Primeau is expected to be sent back to the AHL shortly.

The veteran goaltender's return to action comes at the right time, especially since he's in several trade rumors and the trade deadline is next Monday.

More details to come...

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Will Jake Allen get traded by Monday?

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