Vancouver Canucks star defenceman Hughes a game-time decision vs. Montreal Canadiens

VANCOUVER — The injury-plagued Vancouver Canucks may get a crucial piece back in their lineup when they visit the Montreal Canadiens on Monday.

Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet says star defenceman Quinn Hughes is a “game-time decision” for the matchup.

Hughes has missed four games with an undisclosed injury but practised Sunday and took part in an optional pre-game skate in Montreal on Monday.

The 25-year-old American won the Norris Trophy as the NHL’s top defenceman last year and leads the Canucks (18-12-8) in points with eight goals and 24 assists this season.