Canadiens Support Jakub Dobes After Overtime Loss
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes fought back tears while accepting full responsibility for the 4-3 overtime loss to the New Jersey Devils on Thursday. Dobes entered the game with an unbeaten 5-0-0 record but made 24 saves with an .857 save percentage, keeping the Canadiens competitive despite a tough third period.
Game Summary
- Cody Glass scored first for the Devils at 1:53 of the opening period.
- Kirby Dach tied the game for Montreal at 2:59.
- Ondrej Palat put New Jersey ahead 2-1 in the second period.
- Jake Evans evened the score again at 2-2 just 59 seconds into the third period.
- Oliver Kapanen gave Montreal a 3-2 lead at 10:33.
- Timo Meier tied the game 3-3 with less than two minutes remaining.
- Jesper Bratt scored the overtime winner at 1:33.
Dobes’ Performance and Coach’s Response
Dobes reflected on the team’s effort, saying they played well but his performance was not enough to secure the victory.
“The team played hard; I just couldn’t hold it in the end. I take full responsibility.”
Coach Martin St. Louis expressed confidence in the young goalie despite the loss, highlighting Dobes’ strong season stats of a 6-0-1 record, a 1.97 goals-against average, and a .930 save percentage across seven starts.
“Jakub has shown incredible resilience and skill; we stand behind him fully,” St. Louis said.
Upcoming Fixture
The Canadiens will face the Utah Mammoth next on Saturday.
Author’s Summary
Jakub Dobes took responsibility for the overtime defeat, but the team’s support and his solid season stats showcase his promising talent as the Canadiens prepare for their next game.