Uncertainty is swirling around the Montreal Canadiens as fans anxiously await updates on goaltender Samuel Montembeault’s injury. After a hard-fought game and a well-deserved day off for the players, the spotlight has shifted to head coach Martin St-Louis, who has called a rare press conference on the team’s off day. The absence of Cayden Primeau at the rink this morning has only added to the speculation and concern regarding Montembeault’s condition.

With Game 4 looming large and the Canadiens facing a critical moment in their playoff series against the Washington Capitals, the stakes could not be higher. The possibility of Jakub Dobes stepping into the crease if Montembeault is unable to play has fans and analysts alike on edge.

As the team continues to evaluate their starting goaltender, all eyes are on St-Louis for any hint of clarity or reassurance. The next few hours promise to be tense and pivotal, as the fate of the Canadiens’ postseason hopes may hinge on the latest medical updates and the decisions made in the wake of Montembeault’s injury.

Photo of Martin St-Louis and Samuel Montembeault

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As you probably already know, the Montreal Canadiens players have the day off today. Martin St-Louis made that decision last night, and it was very well deserved for the guys.

That said, we’ve had some interesting developments regarding the injury suffered by Samuel Montembeault last night.

First, let’s note the absence of Cayden Primeau this morning.

In any case, it’s clear that Samuel Montembeault’s health status is concerning.

The Canadiens Call a Martin St-Louis Press Conference

It’s rare to see this, but even though today is a day off for the Canadiens, the head coach will be holding a press conference in a few minutes.

Obviously, the injury suffered by Samuel Montembeault will be a topic of discussion.

Will Martin St-Louis have some fresh news for us?

“The Canadiens have day off today with no practice.

Martin St. Louis will meet with media at Bell Centre at 2 p.m.

Be interesting to see what kind of update he might give on injury to goalie Samuel Montembeault.”

– Stu Cowan

Rest assured, we will keep you updated to the second on any developments regarding Montembeault’s injury.

If Samuel cannot play tomorrow night at the Bell Centre against the Washington Capitals, it will most likely be Jakub Dobes who gets thrown into the fire and tasked with tying the series in this first round.

The latest update from Martin St-Louis on Monty is that he is still being evaluated, and his status for tomorrow’s big Game 4 remains uncertain.

Details to follow.