Lines and defense pairings at practice - Dec. 20

SAINT-PAUL – Tuesday was a day off for the Canadiens, but they were back to work on Wednesday in Minnesota.

The Habs practiced at Xcel Energy Center one day before their matchup with the Wild, whom they saw earlier this season at the Bell Centre.

It was status quo in the State of Hockey for the team’s skate today. All 23 players on the active roster and Jordan Harris suited up for the session.

Here is how they lined up:

Cayden Primeau and Jake Allen worked with goalie coach Eric Raymond before the rest of the group joined.

The Canadiens have recorded wins in back-to-back games and will look to make it three in a row when the puck drops at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday.