Samuel Montembeault will make consecutive starts for the Montreal Canadiens as he faces the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night. This follows his previous performance, where he secured a 4-3 overtime victory against the Ottawa Senators.
Montembeault’s Performance and Team Dynamics
Montembeault’s recent performance has been marked by a challenging start to the season. With a goals-against average of 3.66 and a save percentage of 0.839, he has faced his share of difficulties. Despite these challenges, head coach Martin St-Louis expressed confidence in Montembeault, emphasizing the need for a solid presence in goal.
Coaching Insights
- Martin St-Louis: “We need stability in goal. Sometimes, a goalie must bear most of the workload.”
- Game Strategy: St-Louis hinted at a potential alternating system for his goaltenders but acknowledged the need for one to take charge.
Despite Montembeault yielding three goals on 17 shots against Ottawa, he showed resilience and may have been unlucky on a couple of the goals scored against him. His form will be crucial as he aims to gain confidence with consecutive gameplay.
Match Preview: Canadiens vs. Flyers
The upcoming match against the Flyers is critical for Montembeault and the Canadiens. The Flyers are known for their aggressive style, demonstrated by their recent performance. In the first period of their last game against the Canadiens, they took a commanding 3-0 lead.
Match Highlights
- Flyers Dominance: The Flyers significantly outshot the Canadiens 11-2 in the initial period.
- Key Players: Bobby Brink was instrumental, opening the scoring and contributing to a 3-0 lead for Philadelphia.
- Future Matchup: Jakub Dobes, who remains undefeated this season, may start for the Devils against Montreal later in the week.
As the game against the Flyers approaches, Montembeault’s performance will be under scrutiny, presenting an opportunity for him to regain his form. His ability to deliver in back-to-back starts can be pivotal for the Canadiens’ current campaign.
