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Canadiensâ Dobes Is No Battlinâ Billy, But He Can Handle Himself
TL;DR
Montreal Canadiens' goaltender Jakub Dobes has demonstrated a more aggressive style in the playoffs, protecting his crease with sneaky hits. Unlike former goaltenders like Carey Price, he's not afraid to engage physically with opposing players.
Key points
- Jakub Dobes is the current goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens.
- He has shown increased physicality in the playoffs.
- Dobes engages in gamesmanship to protect his crease.
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Montreal Canadiens fans have been used to Carey Priceâs even-keeled demeanour over the years; not much could rattle the Habsâ goaltender. He did lose his cool once and went to town on Kyle Palmieri with his blocker, but that was the exception and not the rule. The Sainte-Flanelleâs current goaltender, Jakub Dobes, is a whole different animal.
The Czech netminder has shown over the last two seasons that heâll do what he needs to do to protect his crease, but he stepped it up a notch in these playoffs. Heâs no Battlin Billy (New York Islanders great Billy Smith) or Hexy (Philadelphia Flyersâ long-time goalie Ron Hextall), but thereâs serious gamesmanship there.
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On Friday night, there was a scrum around his net, and he took the opportunity to throw a couple of sneaky hits on Zach Benson, whoâs fast becoming the Canadiensâ playersâ nemesis. Whenever someone gets too close, he doesnât hesitate for a second to shove them forward or give them a little slash on the calf.
Q&A
How has Jakub Dobes changed his playing style in the playoffs?
Jakub Dobes has adopted a more aggressive approach, engaging in physical play to protect his crease during the playoffs.
Who are some notable goaltenders compared to Jakub Dobes?
Jakub Dobes is compared to legendary goaltenders like Billy Smith and Ron Hextall for his gamesmanship and physicality.
What actions did Jakub Dobes take during the recent playoff game?
In a recent playoff game, Jakub Dobes threw sneaky hits on Zach Benson during a scrum around his net.
