We are closely observing the goaltending situation with the Montreal Canadiens, which has taken an unusual turn, and the outcome remains uncertain.
Kent Hughes is required to take action.
Currently, Samuel Montembeault is the sole goaltender, having played every game recently, including back-to-back matches against the Detroit Red Wings. It’s evident that Martin St-Louis lacks faith in Cayden Primeau at this point. With a third game in four days coming up against a weaker opponent (the Columbus Blue Jackets), it raised the question of whether Primeau would finally get a start.
Now we have the answer.
The Canadiens have decided once again to leave Cayden Primeau on the bench, with Samuel Montembeault staying in net. Clearly, Primeau will need some rest soon.
Kent Hughes must take steps to address this situation, as it appears Martin St-Louis has moved on from Primeau.
Is it time to consider promoting Jakub Dobes?
One thing is clear: the prolonged wait must be quite challenging for Primeau, who hasn’t started a game in over three weeks.
At 25 years old, Primeau currently has a record of 2-3-1 this season, with a 4.70 goals-against average and an uncharacteristically low save percentage of 0.836.
More updates will come, but this situation in Montreal needs prompt attention.
It’s worth noting that I doubt Cayden Primeau would be picked up off NHL waivers, should he end up there.
Let’s not forget that just days ago, Martin St-Louis lost his temper during a press conference when asked about Primeau.
This article was first published on Habs Fanatics.
