José Théodore Reveals Hughes' Latest Steal That Could Soon Shine in Montreal
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If Samuel Montembeault's spot as the Montreal Canadiens' number one goaltender is secure, it's a completely different story for his backup.
At the team's next training camp, there will be a real battle between Jakub Dobes, Kaapo Kahkonen, and of course Jacob Fowler.
Logic suggests the battle will come down to the first two, but according to José Théodore, the last name can't be excluded from the equation.
The former Canadiens goaltender is eager to see him in action at his next professional training camp.
"I can't wait to see in net, with young [Jakob] Fowler coming into camp.
He has AHL experience.
I expect an interesting battle in net."
José Théodore
He has AHL experience.
I expect an interesting battle in net."
José Théodore
Jacob Fowler's mentality greatly impresses Théodore
In another interview this time with RDS, the man who played 648 NHL games said what impresses him most about Fowler is his mindset.
A recent discussion with the 69th overall pick in the 2023 draft confirmed his impressions. Fowler has everything it takes to one day excel in the NHL.
"I ran into him yesterday, he came to talk to me.
We chatted for an hour and I was able to give him some small tips based on what I experienced in my early days.
I liked him even before meeting him, you can see he's a guy with grit, a guy who likes being in important situations.
After talking to him, I really think he has his head in the right place.
In my opinion, we'll see him in Montreal pretty soon."
José Théodore
We chatted for an hour and I was able to give him some small tips based on what I experienced in my early days.
I liked him even before meeting him, you can see he's a guy with grit, a guy who likes being in important situations.
After talking to him, I really think he has his head in the right place.
In my opinion, we'll see him in Montreal pretty soon."
José Théodore
It's great to see a former Canadiens goalie guiding a young prospect this way.
Unless there's a major surprise, Fowler will begin next season in the AHL with the Laval Rocket.
He will have the chance to prove to everyone that he can sustain strong performances in professional hockey over a full season.
Last season with Laval, Fowler played 3 regular season games and 8 in the playoffs.
During the team's long playoff run, he recorded 3 wins and 3 losses, while maintaining a .902 save percentage and a 2.48 goals-against average.
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