Frozen Frames: Paul Byron’s return should make an immediate impact for the Canadiens

Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty ImagesAfter getting Shea Weber back on Thursday, the Habs could see the return of another core player in Paul Byron, potentially as soon as their game on Saturday against the New York Rangers.

Byron had a great start to his season before he got injured, registering seven points in 11 games. On a trio with Jesperi Kotkaniemi and Joel Armia, he was easing the defensive responsibilities of the youngest player in the NHL and using his quick feet to slip into soft spots in the offensive zone or beat the line of defence to get a chance alone with the goalie.

Byron’s speed is his defining characteristic. This season, it is also very much the Habs’. He could help…