As the NHL gears up for action once again, fans are shifting their focus from Connor Hellebuyck's gold medal heroics to the situation in the Montreal Canadiens' net. It's been a rocky start for Samuel Montembeault and Jakub Dobes, prompting the organization to call up Jacob Fowler for a shake-up. Montembeault showed some improvement after a conditioning stint with the Laval Rocket, but inconsistency led to the departure of goaltending coach Eric Raymond.
In response, the Canadiens promoted Marco Marciano from the Laval Rocket. With the Olympic break providing a pause, anticipation is high to see how Marciano's influence will play out.
Dobes has been on a roll, avoiding regulation losses since December 9, while Montembeault delivered a solid performance before the break. The upcoming games will reveal the impact of Marciano's coaching on these goalies.
Former Canadiens goalie Cayden Primeau, now with the Carolina Hurricanes, shared high praise for Marciano. Primeau highlighted Marciano's dedication and work ethic, noting his early starts and late finishes at the arena. He emphasized Marciano's strength in addressing the mental aspects of goaltending, an area crucial for Montembeault, whose struggles have seemed more psychological than technical.
Primeau's endorsement suggests that Marciano's approach could be just what the Canadiens need. With his chance to shine in the NHL, Marciano is poised to make a significant impact on the team's goaltending success.