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Samuel Montembeault Shows His Frustration During Canadiens Practice in Brossard
Samuel Montembeault, usually calm and focused, showed a much more fiery side of his personality during the Montreal Canadiens' practice.
The atmosphere was far from relaxed in Brossard this morning
According to several journalists present, the Quebec-born goaltender lost his patience a few times after allowing goals he probably should have stopped!
Samuel Montembeault lets out his frustration in Brossard
At first glance, this kind of reaction might be surprising, but I think it mainly shows how much Montembeault hates to lose-no matter the setting.
Whether it's in a game or at practice, he always holds himself to the same standard.
"Monty is not satisfied with his job and we know it. It shows when we see him being a bit frustrated after conceding a goal in training.
A lot of solo work this morning for the goalkeeper. Him or Dobes tomorrow against the Flyers?"
- Marc-Olivier Cook
A lot of solo work this morning for the goalkeeper. Him or Dobes tomorrow against the Flyers?"
- Marc-Olivier Cook
Here's an example:
Not happy, that Monty!
St-Louis will soon have to make an important decision before tomorrow's game: who will be in net Tuesday night against the Flyers?
We already know he's made changes to the forward lines today, as reported earlier.
Right now, the numbers speak for themselves...
Dobes has a goals-against average of 1.97 and a save percentage of .930, while Samuel Montembeault sits around 3.66 and .839.
That's not to say Monty is playing poorly, but Dobes has simply been more consistent since the start of the season.
In my opinion, Dobes deserves to get the start on Tuesday-especially knowing he's had several days of rest since his last game.
I think the timing is perfect to let the young goaltender keep his momentum going and continue building his confidence.
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NOVEMBRE 3 | 576 ANSWERS Samuel Montembeault Shows His Frustration During Canadiens Practice in Brossard Who should be the starting goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens this Tuesday? | ||
| Samuel Montembeault | 94 | 16.3 % |
| Jakub Dobes | 482 | 83.7 % |
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