What the Canadiens' Next Goalie Start Could Mean for Samuel Montembeault's Future
The Montreal Canadiens could be planning a major long-term change in goal, and a source close to the team says the decision for the next game in Vancouver is already made.
Clearly, it seems that Martin St-Louis will take no chances in net for the upcoming matchup in Vancouver.
According to a well-connected source with the Habs, the decision about the starting goalie for the next game has already been made...
Journalist Stu Cowan has made the call, and there's not much suspense left:
That's a pretty clear message for Montembeault, who's been struggling to find his consistency this season.
It feels like the goalie hierarchy could shift faster than expected.
Yes, an NHL season is long, but patience can only go so far
The situation is getting complicated for Samuel Montembeault with the Montreal Canadiens
As reported by Charles-Alexis Brisebois of DansLesCoulisses.com, Samuel Montembeault allowed as many goals last night (six) as Jakub Dobes has since May.
The numbers speak for themselves...
Montembeault has a goals-against average of 3.82 and a save percentage of .842 after five games.
Meanwhile, Doby is shining with four wins in four starts, a 1.47 goals-against average, and a .950 save percentage. Statistically, he's among the league's best this season.
Honestly, I think it's a logical decision at this stage of the season.
When your team scores five goals and you still come out with no points, there's clearly an issue to fix.
All signs point to Dobes getting the start on Saturday in Vancouver - and if he performs well again, he could very well force the Canadiens' hand for good.
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