Canadiens Assign Samuel Montembeault to Laval Rocket
The Montreal Canadiens have announced the reassignment of Samuel Montembeault to the Laval Rocket. This decision was made public on Tuesday evening, with the team confirming that the 29-year-old goaltender will join their AHL affiliate to improve his performance.
Samuel Montembeault’s Performance Struggles
Montembeault has experienced a challenging season so far. His goals-against average stands at 3.65, with a save percentage of .857. These statistics place him among the lower tier of goaltenders in the NHL.
Recent Game Performance
- Date of Last Game: December 9
- Opponent: Tampa Bay Lightning
- Performance: Allowed three goals on 13 shots
- Previous Start: Last starting appearance on December 2
This move comes after Montembeault’s last appearance in goal, where he replaced Jakub Dobeš and struggled significantly. Following that game, the Canadiens recalled rookie Jacob Fowler, who has since split time with Dobeš in the net.
Looking Ahead
Montembeault is expected to face the Cleveland Monsters in his upcoming game. The Canadiens have labeled this reassignment as a necessary step for conditioning, aiming to help him regain his form in the AHL.
As the season progresses, fans and management alike will be monitoring Montembeault’s development and performance with the Laval Rocket, hoping for a turnaround that could see him return to NHL play.
