Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes is set to start against the Utah Mammoth. This matchup occurs on Wednesday as Montreal begins a three-game road trip. Dobes, 24, recently helped his team secure a 5-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs, recording 24 saves in that performance.
Jakub Dobes Season Highlights
This season, Dobes has demonstrated notable success in his 11 appearances, posting a record of 7 wins, 2 losses, and 2 overtime losses. His statistics include an .895 save percentage and a 2.88 goals-against average. Early in the season, he achieved six consecutive wins, but later faced a four-game losing streak.
Vancouver Canucks Roster Update
Meanwhile, the Vancouver Canucks are facing challenges with their goaltending lineup. Goaltender Kevin Lankinen will not travel with the team due to personal reasons. In his place, Jiri Patera has been recalled from the AHL’s Abbotsford team under emergency conditions.
Kevin Lankinen’s Performance
- Age: 30
- Record this season: 4 wins, 7 losses, 2 overtime losses
- Save percentage: .880
- Goals-against average: 3.63
- Contract: Five years, $22.5 million, averaging $4.5 million annually
Jiri Patera’s Recall
Patera has played five games with Abbotsford, achieving a record of 1 win, 2 losses, and 1 overtime loss. His save percentage stands at .894, with a 3.10 goals-against average. Earlier this season, he also appeared in one game for Vancouver, conceding seven goals in an 8-5 loss against the Florida Panthers.
Toronto Maple Leafs Injury Status
The Toronto Maple Leafs are monitoring the status of several players. Captain Auston Matthews, along with teammates Matthew Knies and Nicolas Roy, participated in practice but their game status remains uncertain. Matthews has missed five games due to a lower-body injury sustained on November 11 against the Boston Bruins.
Leafs Player Updates
- Auston Matthews: 28 years old, 9 goals, 14 points in 17 games
- Matthew Knies: 23 years old, 5 goals, 22 points in 19 games (injury since Nov. 15)
- Nicolas Roy: 1 goal, 3 assists in 19 games (injured against Blackhawks)
Columbus Blue Jackets Injury Notes
The Columbus Blue Jackets are also dealing with injuries. Defenseman Zach Werenski and forward Sean Monahan missed practice for maintenance reasons. Head coach Dean Evason stated that they are working through some issues, with the expectation that Werenski will return to the ice for evaluation.
Injury Details
- Zach Werenski: 7 goals, 21 points this season
- Sean Monahan: absent for maintenance; additional information pending
This week’s developments in the NHL highlight the ongoing challenges teams face with player rotations and injuries. As the season progresses, both the Canadiens and Canucks will look to solidify their rosters for upcoming games.
