Canadiens D Noah Dobson game-time decision for Game 7

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson is considered a game-time decision for Game 7 of the team's Eastern Conference first-round series versus the host Tampa Bay Lightning.

Dobson has been sidelined with an upper-body injury after blocking a shot against the Columbus Blue Jackets on April 11.

"He's been a big player for us this year," Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis said. "I'm confident that if he plays, he's going to bring something."

Dobson, 26, recorded 47 points (12 goals...