The Canadiens will place Alzner on unconditional waivers Tuesday for the purpose of buying out the final two-years of his contract, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Alzner has opted out of the Return to Play program, Frank Seravalli of TSN.ca reports.

Alzner was reassigned to AHL Laval on Monday in order to be eligible for the AHL playoffs and will be back with the Habs for Tuesday's clash with Vancouver, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Alzner was recalled from AHL Laval on an emergency basis Friday.

Alzner was designated for waivers by the Habs on Thursday for purpose of reassignment.

Alzner (groin) will play in Monday's home preseason game versus the Maple Leafs.

Alzner (groin) did not participate in Saturday's practice, Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca reports.

The Canadiens designated Alzner for waivers Saturday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Montreal recalled Alzner from AHL Laval on Saturday.

The Canadiens loaned Alzner to AHL Laval on Friday.