Sam Montembeault injures leg, Jacob Fowler may start for Canadiens
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Sam Montembeault suffered a leg injury during practice on October 7, 2026, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming game against the Nashville Predators. The injury occurred without contact, leaving Montembeault in pain as he departed practice. Following the development, head coach Martin St. Louis stated that Montembeault is under evaluation. If unable to play, rookie Jacob Fowler could be called up as a backup to starter Jakub Dobes, who has been in net for the first three games of the season. Fowler, demonstrating strong performances in Laval, has an opportunity to prove himself at the NHL level if Montembeault's injury prevents him from participating.
- •Sam Montembeault left practice with a leg injury on October 7, 2026.
- •The injury occurred without contact, leading to significant discomfort.
- •Head coach Martin St. Louis confirmed Montembeault is being evaluated.
- •If Montembeault cannot play, Jacob Fowler may start against Nashville.
- •Fowler has performed well in Laval, indicating he is ready for NHL action.
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Sam Montembeault Leg Injury and the Door May Open for Jacob Fowler
"The injury bug appears to have struck the Montreal Canadiens. After yesterday's announcement that Ivan Demidov would be sidelined, today it is Sam Montembeault leg injury being reported. In Wednesday's practice, the backup netminder made a swift departure favouring his right leg. This development raises concern as he was the projected starter for Thursday's game …
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