Concerning scene involving Jacob Fowler in his first game since being sent to Laval
We have a developing story involving goaltender Jacob Fowler with the Laval Rocket.
He was just involved in a concerning incident in his very first game since being sent down to Laval, so this is a situation to monitor.
For the moment, nothing indicates that he is seriously injured, but we are waiting to see what comes next.
On a sequence in front of the net, the goal appeared to fall on him, and Fowler looked shaken.
That's not the kind of image you want to see, especially when the plan is precisely to give him rhythm in Laval.
Fowler had just rejoined the Rocket, and the idea was clear: play more often, regain his bearings, and keep the door open for Montreal in case of need.
Jacob Fowler had a scare in front of the Laval Rocket net
This situation is worth monitoring because Fowler didn't come to Laval for sightseeing.
This season with the Rocket, he already has 15 games under his belt, with a 10-5-0 record, a 2.09 goals-against average, and a .919 save percentage.
He has also recorded three shutouts in the American Hockey League.
His stint with the Montreal Canadiens also adds weight to his résumé.
In 10 NHL starts this season, Fowler has posted a 4-4-2 record, a 2.62 goals-against average, and a .902 save percentage, with one shutout.
See the footage, right here:
Update: Jacob Fowler appears to be OK, but it will still be important to monitor his condition over the next few hours.
The footage isn't particularly easy to watch.
More details to come.
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