Jakub Dobes, a promising goaltender, has secured a two-year, one-way contract with the Montreal Canadiens, valued at an average of $965,000 per season. Last season, he showcased his potential in 16 games, earning a record of 7-4-3 with a 2.74 goals-against average and a .909 save percentage. Notably, Dobes ranked fourth in wins among rookie goaltenders and achieved a shutout in his first NHL game against the Florida Panthers.

Starting the 2024-25 season with the Laval Rocket, Dobes continued to impress, recording his first career playoff win in late April against the Washington Capitals. Drafted 136th overall by Montreal in 2020, his trajectory suggests he could become a vital asset for the Canadiens as they build depth in goal.