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In 2025-26, Jacob Fowler will play his first professional season. After breaking it down in the NCAA over the last two years, just about everyone expects him to get a big workload with the Laval Rocket.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 17

Top goaltenders 25 and under: NHL ranks Jacob Fowler #5

Jacob Fowler’s two years in the NCAA have shown us that the goalkeeper has talent. A lot of talent. He was dominant at Boston College and put his name on the map.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 15

Jacob Fowler really does rank higher than Jakub Dobes among prospects (by The Athletic)

Canadiens fans are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Jacob Fowler in Montreal. In fact, ever since he was drafted, there’s been this aura around the American.

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Hurricanes acquire goaltender in trade with Canadiens

The Hurricanes have added some extra goaltending depth heading into next season, acquiring Cayden Primeau from the Canadiens in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick.

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NHL News / Dose.ca / June 3

AHL Series: Laval Rocket officially eliminated

Tonight, the Laval Rocket were trying to avoid elimination against the Charlotte Checkers. Trailing 0-3 in the series, the habs’ club-school had their work cut out to try and turn their series around.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / June 3

Jacob Fowler: From NCAA Standout To AHL Playoff Starter?

After a dominant regular season, Cayden Primeau has struggled in the conference final against the Charlotte Checkers. Primeau has indeed been the backbone for the Laval Rocket, acting as a third line of defense for the entirety of the AHL season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 24

Laval goalkeepers: 'Pascal Vincent doesn’t have the last word'

Last night, Jacob Fowler was roughed up in the Rocket’s loss in game #4. As a result, the series is now 2-2… and a final game (reminder: this is a 3-of-5 series) between the Rocket and the Americans will be played tomorrow.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 24

Jacob Fowler ousted from the game: Rocket faces elimination on Sunday

Tonight, the Rocket had the chance to win their three-of-five series against the Rochester Americans. Coach Pascal Vincent stuck to his system of alternating goaltenders, sending on Jacob Fowler despite a solid performance from Cayden Primeau, who had allowed just one goal on 33 shots in the previous game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 17

Jacob Fowler still one of the AHL’s best playoff goaltenders

Yesterday, the Laval Rocket lost Game #2 of their series against the Rochester Americans. The series, which is 3-of-5, is now tied 1-1. Clearly, the Americans are not the Monsters.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 17

Rocket defeat: Jacob Fowler couldn’t help it

The Laval Rocket began their second game of the series against the Rochester Americans. In the first game, Pascal Vincent’s team did well, winning by a score of 5-4.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 16

Rocket: Jacob Fowler back in net tonight

Pascal Vincent promised a rotation in front of the Rocket net for the series against Rochester, and that’s exactly what’s going to happen. Young Jacob Fowler, who watched the last game from the bench, will get the chance to play in the second game of the series against the Americans.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 7

Jacob Fowler: lucky he signed on to play in Laval

Good thing Jacob Fowler signed to play in Laval. Mind you, I’m not necessarily saying that for the club (although Pascal Vincent must be happy to have him) since Cayden Primeau is capable of playing well in the AHL, but for him.

NHL News / Dose.ca / May 5

Spencer Knight expects to see Jacob Fowler in the NHL soon

Since joining the Rocket, Jacob Fowler has been shining. In two playoff games with Laval, he’s almost perfect. That didn’t stop Pascal Vincent from putting Cayden Primeau in front of his team’s net today… He lost.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 2

Jacob Fowler earns first career AHL shutout

The Laval Rocket won their first playoff game in Cleveland against the Monsters. Fowler was solid and the first trio led the charge offensively. On this Friday night, it was the second game of the series between the Rocket and the Monsters.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / April 11

Canadiens prospect Jacob Fowler wins Mike Richter Award for top NCAA goaltender

Jacob Fowler is this year’s recipient of the Mike Richard Award, presented annually to the NCAA’s most outstanding goaltender, reports Daily Faceoff’s Tyler Kuehl.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / April 5

Jacob Fowler: A Habs Net Gain

As the Montreal Canadiens’ rebuild progresses, the organization is bolstering its roster with promising talent. The latest addition is top goaltending prospect Jacob Fowler, who has officially signed a three-year Entry-Level Contract (ELC) with the Canadiens and an American Hockey League (AHL) contract with the Laval Rocket.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / April 4

Canadiens sign Jacob Fowler to three-year, entry-level contract

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced Friday that the club has agreed to terms with goaltender Jacob Fowler on a three-year, entry-level contract.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 3

Canadiens to sign award-winning goalie prospect to entry-level contract

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / April 2

Montreal Canadiens to meet with Boston College goaltender Jacob Fowler's camp

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Boston College Eagles News / Yardbarker / March 31

With Boston College's season over, Canadiens eye star goalie

Boston College lost to the Denver Pioneers on Sunday, ending its season short of the Frozen Four.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / March 16

Major NCAA Shock: Canadiens Prospect Jacob Fowler's No. 1 Boston College Eliminated in Stunning Upset

We just had a major surprise in the NCAA involving Montreal Canadiens prospect Jacob Fowler. His team, Boston College, was just upset by the ninth-ranked team (BC was ranked 1st).

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / February 22

Habs Prospect Jacob Fowler Drops a Major Hint About His Future, And Fans Will Love It

Montreal Canadiens prospect Jacob Fowler is having a phenomenal season in the NCAA with the Boston College Eagles. He is dominating American college hockey to such an extent that many believe he has nothing left to prove at this level.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 17

Evaluating Jacob Fowler’s Long Term Impact With The Canadiens

Montreal Canadiens prospect Jacob Fowler earned his 20th win of the year when Boston College took revenge on UMass by beating them 4-1 on Saturday. It put an end to Fowler’s longest losing streak during his time in the NCAA, a two-game stretch that also featured a frustrating 4-1 loss to their rivals, the Boston University Terriers.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / December 14

From College to Crease: Why Jacob Fowler Needs Time

Sports fans are passionate creatures, often caught in a whirlwind of hope, excitement, and impatience. For Montreal Canadiens fans, those emotions are amplified tenfold.

Montreal Canadiens News / Blade of Steel / November 16

Montreal Canadiens Prospect Jacob Fowler Suspended After Shocking Incident In Recent NCAA Game

The Montreal Canadiens may have a star on their hand in Jacob Fowler, but unfortunately his latest act isn't one that bodes well for his future. Currently there are few more exciting goaltending prospects for an NHL team than Jacob Fowler, with the Montreal Canadiens believing they got a steal in the third-round of the 2023 NHL Draft.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / November 12

Jacob Fowler's Impressive Start Raises Possibility of Early Arrival in Montreal

While many fans are calling for change, Canadiens' management might be patient before making a move because all eyes are on Jacob Fowler. In Calabretta's