Canadiens Goalie Jakub Dobes Breaks Down After OT Loss to Devils
Jakub Dobes, the Canadiens' goalie, showed strong emotion after the team's 4-3 overtime defeat to the New Jersey Devils. Despite stopping 24 of 28 shots, Dobes experienced his first loss of the season, dropping his record to 6-0-1 with a 2.25 goals-against average and a .920 save percentage.
“We played good enough to win. Just not good enough from my side.”
Dobes admitted the loss was hard for him personally. Tears were visible in his eyes during the post-game interview in the Canadiens' locker room as he reflected on the game and past similar defeats.
“It happened last year, it happened this year, lose to those guys in OT. So just disappointed in myself, that’s pretty much it.”
Last season, Dobes also suffered his first NHL loss in a 4-3 OT game against the Devils after a five-game winning streak following his call-up from the AHL’s Laval Rocket.
Support from Teammates
After the game, Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson commented on Dobes's visible emotion, praising his dedication and impact early in the season.
“We all know that the hockey he’s played to start the year is impressive. But it just shows the character and passion in this room. Everyone holds themselves to a high standard and wants to do what they can to help the team win.”
Game Summary
- Final score: Devils 4, Canadiens 3 (OT)
- Dobes stopped 24 of 28 shots
- Dobes’s record after the game: 6-0-1
- Goals-against average: 2.25
- Save percentage: .920
Context of Previous Loss
Dobes’s first NHL loss, also against the Devils, came during a similar 4-3 overtime game last season, marking a tough pattern for the goalie.
Author’s summary: Jakub Dobes’s visible disappointment after his first loss highlights his deep commitment and the high standards he and the Canadiens maintain early this season.