Injured Subban progressing, disappointed to miss Canadiens game

P.K. Subban won't be able to suit up against his old club, but he's feeling hopeful about being able to return to game action sooner than later.

The Nashville Predators defenseman addressed the media in advance of Tuesday's much-anticipated game against the Montreal Canadiens, confirming he's making progress every day from an upper-body injury that has kept him out of game action since Dec. 15.

P.K. Subban says it's difficult to not be able to play tonight against Montreal, but he's optimistic on recovering in 2-3 weeks. #Preds

- Brooks Bratten (@brooksbratten) January 3, 2017

Subban added he felt the injury coming on over the course of the last five games he participated in, and the training staff advised him to shut things down after he played on Dec. 15.

Missing a home game against the Canadiens is certainly not something Subban had in mind.

Subban: "Fans are so passionate. This is a hockey town and they love the team. That's why it's so fun to play here every night." #Preds

- Nashville Predators (@PredsNHL) January 3, 2017

Meanwhile, Shea Weber is preparing for an emotional return to the city he called home for 11 years prior to being traded to Montreal.

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