Samuel Montembeault, the Montreal Canadiens’ goalkeeper, recently opened up about his challenging season. He expressed a strong desire to bounce back next year, emphasizing his passion for the game.
Reflections on a Difficult Season
In a candid interview, Montembeault admitted to facing one of his toughest seasons yet. “It was simply a bad season this year,” he stated. However, he remains confident in his abilities, recalling his strong performance over the past three seasons.
Goals for the Upcoming Season
Montembeault’s goal for the summer is to move past this season and focus on improvement. “I want to turn the page, put in the work, and ensure that this was just a bump in the road,” he said.
Relationship with Management
Montembeault also discussed his relationship with the Canadiens’ management. He appreciated the honesty shown by General Manager Kent Hughes during the recent call-up of goaltender Jacob Fowler.
- Hughes reassured Montembeault about his worth to the team.
- He reminded Montembeault that his contract reflects his past performances.
Future Uncertainty
While Montembeault values Hughes’ support, uncertainty looms for his future. The Canadiens have two promising young goaltenders, Jakub Dobes and Jacob Fowler, which has increased competition for the starting position. Montembeault acknowledged, “I am not the one making those decisions; that is above my level.”
As he looks towards the next season, the veteran goaltender is determined to return stronger in September. The pivotal question remains: will Samuel Montembeault rebound with a successful season next year?
