Jakub Dobes

Dobes turned aside 23 of 25 shots for a .920 save percentage, playing the full 60 minutes and letting in only a pair of even-strength goals. His solid play kept Buffalo at bay, icing the 4-2 victory for Montreal.

Fantasy Impact

Though relatively new to the NHL spotlight, Dobes has shown flashes of reliability. Managers in need of goaltending depth or streaming options might give him a look if he continues to post respectable numbers. Still, keep an eye on Montreal’s defensive support, as it can be a factor in Dobes’ fantasy viability.

Jakub Dobes allowed five goals on 36 shots in Wednesday’s 6-3 loss to Los Angeles. The sixth goal came on an empty net.

Fantasy Impact

Dobes kept the game close through two periods before the Kings broke it open in the third. The rookie netminder has now surrendered 12 goals over his last three outings, going 0-2-1 in that stretch. Despite the recent struggles, he’s still 5-2-1 with a 2.45 GAA and a .917 save percentage through his first eight NHL starts. With Cayden Primeau failing to impress earlier this season, Dobes should continue to see opportunities. The Canadiens have a back-to-back against the Devils and Lightning before the 4 Nations Face-Off break, with Dobes likely to split those starts with Sam Montembeault.

Jakub Dobes allowed three goals on 26 shots in Thursday’s 4-0 loss to the Wild, marking his first regulation defeat in seven NHL starts. The rookie netminder didn’t get much help from his teammates, as defensive lapses led to high-danger chances, including a two-on-one rush that resulted in Marco Rossi’s tally.

Fantasy Impact

Dobes has been a promising story since joining the Canadiens in late December, but the recent stretch has been rough. He’s surrendered 11 goals over his last three starts while dropping back-to-back games. Despite the downturn, he still holds value in deeper formats, though Montreal’s defensive inconsistencies could limit his upside. With two days off before the Canadiens start a road trip in Anaheim on Sunday, it remains to be seen if Dobes or Sam Montembeault will get the next start.

Jakub Dobes stopped 40 of 44 shots in the Canadiens' 4-3 overtime loss to the Devils on Saturday, earning his team a valuable point despite the defeat.

Fantasy Impact

Dobes' stellar effort in net highlighted his potential, even as his perfect 5-0-0 start came to an end. With a 1.92 GAA and a .934 save percentage through his first six career appearances, the rookie netminder has proven he can handle NHL competition. While Sam Montembeault remains ahead of him on the depth chart, Dobes' early success makes him a viable streaming option in favorable matchups, especially for fantasy managers in deeper leagues.

Jakub Dobes stopped 23 of 27 shots in the Canadiens' 5-4 overtime victory against the Rangers on Sunday. The rookie netminder secured his fifth consecutive win to start his NHL career despite allowing a season-high four goals.

Fantasy Impact

Dobes’ 1.55 GAA and .940 save percentage remain stellar through his first five outings, even with Sunday’s shakier performance. While some regression is inevitable as he faces more action, the 23-year-old has solidified his role as Montreal's backup, providing reliable support for Sam Montembeault. Dobes’ strong early showings make him an intriguing option in deeper leagues or as a spot start in favorable matchups. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his workload as the season progresses.