Jacob Fowler posts 46-save shutout

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 56m1 min read

A 46-save shutout for Jacob Fowler 🥵 https://t.co/xT4A0WKy3c Via @Sportsnet on X

What happened: Jacob Fowler turned aside all 46 shots he faced for a shutout, one of the heaviest save counts of the NHL season.

Why it matters: The result lands a day after Marc Denis urged patience before calling Fowler a No. 1 goalie. Montreal has also had Sam Montembeault surface as a trade candidate, with Fowler and Jakub Dobes viewed as ready to take over in net.

By the numbers: Saves: 46. Goals against: 0.

What to watch: His next start is the next look at whether the form holds.

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