I can share a concise update based on the latest available public reports I have access to up to now.
Answer
- Jakub Dobes has been a focal point in Montreal Canadiens goaltending discussions, with recent coverage suggesting he’s been in the NHL mix as the backup option behind Samuel Montembeault at various points in the 2024–25 and 2025–26 seasons. [sources discuss his role in net and potential as the NHL backup, including contract status and performance context].
Key context
- There has been ongoing discussion in hockey media about whether Dobes should (or shouldn’t) spend time in the AHL versus sticking in the NHL role, with debates occasionally touching on roster decisions and waiver implications. [sources discuss Dobes’ placement decisions and waiver status, though perspectives vary].
- Dobes has shown strong performances at times in the NHL and has had media attention regarding his development trajectory and readiness to back up or potentially take on a larger role, depending on team needs and Montembeault’s form. [sources highlight his performance spikes and follow-up assessments].
If you’d like, I can pull the latest, specific articles and provide a brief, up-to-date bibliography with publication dates and key takeaways. I can also summarize the current Canadiens goaltending situation (Dobes vs. Montembeault vs. any other options) in a quick bullet list if you want a clearer snapshot.
Sources
The Montreal Canadiens have now won two seven-game series in a row, and for fans, this spring is looking increasingly similar to 2010, when Jaroslav Halak took the Habs to the Conference Final.
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www.habsfanatics.comMontreal Canadiens' goaltender Jakub Dobes spoke to the media today and made it clear that his breakdown after the game in New Jersey was behind him.
thehockeynews.comStephane Waite suggested on the airwaves earlier this week that sending Jakub Dobes down to the AHL would cause no harm. I strongly disagree that the Montreal Canadiens should even consider the idea.
thehockeynews.comWhen training camp comes around this year, Montreal Canadiens’ goaltender Jakub Dobes will show up as an NHLer. Unless Kaapo Kahkonen manages to cause a big surprise, the 24-year-old should spend the year in the NHL backing up Samuel Montembeault. He took the organization by surprise last season with an electrifying start to his NHL career, and while he did eventually slow down, he’s still in pole position for the backup role.
thehockeynews.comWhen the Montreal Canadiens take on the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night, Jakub Dobes will be in the net. Even though Samuel Montembeault was the uncontested number one last season, both goaltenders will have played the same number of games this season.
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