Sam Montembeault

Sam Montembeault stopped 25 of 27 shots in Saturday’s 5-2 win over Ottawa. The victory snapped a rough stretch for the 28-year-old netminder, who had dropped five of his last six starts prior to the 4 Nations Face-Off.

Fantasy Impact

Montembeault has taken on a heavy workload this season, appearing in a career-high 43 games while posting a 19-21-3 record with a 2.97 GAA and an .897 save percentage. With no back-to-back sets over the next week, he could continue seeing regular starts unless head coach Martin St. Louis opts to work in Jakub Dobes following the two-week break. His fantasy value remains tied to volume rather than elite efficiency.

Montembeault entered in relief, stopping 11 of 12 shots for a .917 save percentage over 37:22. He allowed just one goal at even strength, helping Montreal keep the game within reach despite ultimately falling 5-3.

Fantasy Impact

While Montembeault didn’t factor into the decision, his steady performance could earn him more starts going forward. He’s shown flashes of potential, making him a viable streaming option in deeper leagues if he’s confirmed to start and the Canadiens tighten up defensively.

Sam Montembeault turned aside 27 of 30 shots in Tuesday’s 4-3 victory over San Jose. The netminder allowed the Sharks to erase a pair of one-goal leads before Montreal took the lead for good on Joel Armia’s late shorthanded tally. This win snapped a three-game losing streak for Montembeault, during which he allowed 10 goals.

Fantasy Impact

While Montembeault remains the Canadiens' top option in goal, his recent inconsistency makes him a risky fantasy play. His numbers—18-19-3 with a 2.99 GAA and an .898 save percentage—are middling, and he’s allowed three or more goals in five of his last six starts. Fantasy managers should monitor his workload, as Jakub Dobes is expected to start Wednesday against the Kings, leaving Montembeault’s next outing likely for Saturday versus the Devils or Sunday against the Lightning.

Sam Montembeault stopped 41 of 45 shots in the Canadiens' 4-2 loss to the Red Wings on Thursday, enduring a relentless attack from Detroit's offense.

Fantasy Impact

Montembeault has been inconsistent of late, alternating wins and losses across his last seven starts. Despite the defeat, the 27-year-old netminder showcased resilience under pressure, facing 17 shots in the first period alone. With a challenging matchup against New Jersey on Saturday, Montembeault remains a risky fantasy option, best suited for managers in need of volume saves rather than consistent wins.

Samuel Montembeault turned aside 33 of 35 shots in the Canadiens' 3-2 victory against the Lightning on Tuesday, securing his third win in his last five starts.

Fantasy Impact

Montembeault’s recent performances have been inconsistent, as he’s posted a 3.17 GAA over his last five outings, including two games with four or more goals allowed. With Jakub Dobes riding a five-game winning streak, Montembeault faces pressure to maintain his form to retain the starting role. While he remains a viable option in fantasy, managers should monitor his situation closely, especially as Dobes continues to impress.