Canadiens to place Bryan Allen on waivers

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Bryan Allen did not attend practice Monday morning, and it turns out there's a pretty good reason.

Allen will be placed on waivers at noon, the club announced.

He was acquired from the Anaheim Ducks in a trade for winger Rene Bourque on Nov. 20.

Allen recorded one assist in five games with the Canadiens after doing the same for the Ducks in six contests.