Canadiens Justifiably Make Fowler Odd Man Out in Net for Now
Even Carey Price got sent down, once upon a time. Remember that if anyone dares suggest the Montreal Canadiens’ decision to send Jacob Fowler to the Laval Rocket on Friday…
Category Archives: Canadiens Goaltending
Canadiens’ 3-Man Crease Rotation Is Hurting Dobes’ Development
The Montreal Canadiens’ decision to roll with a three-goalie rotation has sparked plenty of debate over the past few weeks. Much of the conversation has focused on Samuel Montembeault’s struggles…
When Do the Canadiens Start Montembeault Again?
For a goaltender, there is no substitute for playing time. Practice helps, video sessions matter, and working with goalie coaches is essential, but confidence is built in games. Right now,…
From Montreal to Laval: Can Sam Montembeault Regain His NHL Form?
The Montreal Canadiens’ goalie situation has become one of the quiet dramas of the season, and at the center of it is Sam Montembeault. Once seen as a promising starter,…
Canadiens Fans Need to Be More Patient With Jacob Fowler
Jacob Fowler’s first few NHL appearances have sparked a lot of noise among Montreal Canadiens fans. Some are excited, others are already worried, and a group has been quick to…
Canadiens Goaltending Competition Improved With Fowler’s Arrival
The Montreal Canadiens made a massive move after a devastating loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. They recalled three players from the Laval Rocket of the American Hockey League (AHL):…
Canadiens Don’t Need to Rush to Address Issues, Including Goaltending
The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in a difficult stretch, and emotions are naturally running high after an ugly 6–1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The response from management was…
Canadiens Must Ride or Die with Dobes in Net
You can see why Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis replaced Jakub Dobes in net with Sam Montembeault recently. Kind of.
Canadiens Have Options to Improve Goaltending
The Montreal Canadiens started hot this season and were, at one point, among the best teams in the league. Offensively, they were great, but goaltending was an issue, at least…
Canadiens Need Sam Montembeault to Be Better
The Montreal Canadiens have one of the best starting goaltenders in the league with Jakub Dobes, and he’s only 24 years old. Every time he gets in between the pipes,…