Canadiens Must Be Careful Not To Overload Montembeault

With Carey Price on long-term injured reserve and Jake Allen out with a lower-body injury, the Montreal Canadiens have been relying heavily on Samuel Montembeault. The 25-year-old has played in 10 of the Canadiens’ last 11 games, and he has started the last five straight.

Montembeault has been solid in net for the Canadiens, posting a 3.38 goals-against average and a .900 save percentage. However, there are concerns that the Canadiens are overloading him.

The Risks of Overloading Montembeault

There are several risks associated with overloading a goalie. One risk is that the goalie will get injured. Goaltending is a physically demanding position, and goalies who play too many games can put themselves at risk of injury.

Another risk of overloading a goalie is that the goalie will become fatigued. A fatigued goalie is more likely to make mistakes, which can lead to goals. Additionally, a goalie in Montreal may be more likely to suffer a mental, emotional drain and can lead to a decline in performance.

What the Canadiens Can Do

The Canadiens need to be careful not to overload Montembeault. They can do this by:

Conclusion

The Canadiens are in a tough spot. They need to win games, but they also need to be careful not to overload Montembeault. If they can manage his workload and provide him with the support he needs, they should be able to get through this tough stretch without any major problems.