Breakthrough: Montreal Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes DOMINATES As Top Goalie – Season Report Card Analysis
From Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens by Scott Matla, Locked On Podcast Network, Laura Saba
June 9, 2026 · 37 min · Episode 1640
About this episode
The episode analyzes Jakub Dobes's performance as the Montreal Canadiens' goalie and discusses the implications for the team's future goaltending strategy.
Montreal Canadiens’ goalie trio faces a turning point—has Jakob Dobeš locked down the starter’s net for good? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba issue their season report cards as Dobeš’s breakout, including elite playoff numbers and unwavering emotion, fuels optimism for Montreal’s future between the pipes. What does this mean for Sam Montembeault after a shocking drop-off in goals saved above expected, and is Jacob Fowler the next big thing in goal? The hosts explore the Canadiens’ upcoming goaltending battle, debate if Montembeault can rebound, and highlight Kent Hughes’s cautious approach to summer moves as NHL trade rumors swirl. With teams like the Minnesota Wild and Edmonton Oilers making puzzling decisions, will Montreal capitalize on the chaos? Tune in for sharp analysis, player grades, and an inside look at the biggest offseason questions facing the Canadiens.
People in this episode
Hosts: Ian Boisvert, Laura Saba
Topics covered
- Montreal Canadiens
- goaltending
- season report card
- NHL trade rumors
- player analysis
- playoff performance
Keywords
- Jakub Dobes
- Montreal Canadiens
- goaltending
- NHL
- season report card
- Sam Montembeault
- Jacob Fowler
- Kent Hughes
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Montreal Canadiens, NHL, Minnesota Wild, Edmonton Oilers
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