Canadiens make their stance on Samuel Montembeault crystal clear
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Samuel Montembeault’s situation with the Montreal Canadiens appears sealed for this season, with limited playing time expected.
The management of this three-goalie situation over the past weekend also sparked reactions across the media landscape.
Anthony Marcotte weighed in on social media regarding the decision to keep Jakub Dobes in uniform on Saturday in Nashville.
According to him, the fact that the starting goaltender (Dobes) was not sent ahead to Carolina speaks volumes about the current goalie hierarchy.
It clearly demonstrates the nearly nonexistent role the organization is now willing to give Samuel Montembeault.
Canadiens lose confidence in Samuel Montembeault as goalie hierarchy shifts decisively
Anthony Marcotte’s conclusion is clear: confidence in Montembeault has completely dropped.
The team did not even consider dressing number 35 to give Dobes a full night off before traveling to Carolina.
This is undoubtedly a very difficult end to the season for a player who provided strong service to the franchise during its recent rebuilding years.
Samuel Montembeault’s days in the blue-white-red uniform now truly appear to be numbered.
“I was surprised to see that the Canadiens decided not to send Jakub Dobes ahead to Carolina for this afternoon’s game. Carrying three goaltenders should be an advantage. It says a lot about the nonexistent role they are now willing to give Sam Montembeault.”
– Anthony Marcotte, BPM Sports
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Canadiens make their stance on Samuel Montembeault crystal clear
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