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We’ve just received an interesting announcement from the Laval Rocket, and the connection to the Samuel Montembeault situation is obvious.<\/p>\n
When the Rocket brings in a goaltender from Trois-Rivi\u00e8res, it’s rarely just to sit on the bench.<\/p>\n
And in the last few minutes, the Laval Rocket announced the recall of the number-one goaltender for the Trois-Rivi\u00e8res Lions, Hunter Jones.<\/p>\n
“Goaltender Hunter Jones has been recalled from the Trois-Rivi\u00e8res Lions. – Laval Rocket<\/p>\n
Are the Montreal Canadiens on the verge of officially recalling Samuel Montembeault from the Laval Rocket?<\/p>\n
It certainly looks that way, considering the Rocket has just recalled a goaltender.<\/p>\n
Hunter Jones, 25, has been logging heavy minutes with the Lions, posting an 8-2-0 record in 12 games. He also had a standout weekend, including a 3-0 shutout with 27 saves.<\/p>\n
Montembeault, 29, hasn’t simply disappeared from the Canadiens’ plans. This is a specific assignment, and the window is short. Under the usual rules of a conditioning loan, it can’t drag on indefinitely, which forces a decision fairly quickly.<\/p>\n
If Laval wants to have two goaltenders available, recalling Jones could be a way to stabilize the chain, especially if Montreal plans to take Montembeault back soon.<\/p>\n
In other words, Jones’ recall is a very strong indication that the Canadiens appear to be on the verge of recalling Montembeault.<\/p>\n
Montembeault has also already played with the Rocket recently. He made two starts in Cleveland, losing both games by scores of 2-0 and 5-2. Those outings served their intended purpose: helping him get back into rhythm, see how his body responded, and prepare for a return to the NHL routine.<\/p>\n
Last time, this type of Jones recall pointed directly to what came next for the Montreal Canadiens (and the clue proved accurate).<\/p>\n
I’ll repeat it: don’t be surprised if Samuel Montembeault is recalled by the Canadiens within the next few hours.<\/p>\n
It also seems to indicate that Jacob Fowler is staying in the NHL.<\/p>\n
Previously on Montreal Hockey Fanatics<\/p>\n
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Latest roster move strongly hints at what’s coming for Samuel Montembeault and the Canadiens<\/p>\n
Will Samuel Montembeault be recalled by the Montreal Canadiens on Friday?<\/p>\n
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