Canadiens' Fowler is showing he's invincible with remarkable start to season

Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Canadiens goaltender Jacob Fowler is showing he's invincible with remarkable start to season

By Vanessa Serrao | Last updated Oct 28, 2026 11:45 AM ET

Montreal Canadiens netminder Jacob Fowler has showcased how he's been an invincible force with his dominant start this season.

The 21-year-old owns a remarkable .942 save percentage and a 1.54 goals against average (GAA).

His recipe for success early this season has been recognized through his six-game winning streak. This included him recording an invincible 46-save shutout against the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday, where he stole the show. His stellar performance also earned him the NHL's Third Star of the Week.

Boasting a 6-1-0 record across seven appearances, his dominance has also been highlighted by two shutouts. His first came against the Detroit Red Wings on Oct. 10. He faced 30 shots and stopped all of them in the Habs' 1-0 victory. His performance was also monumental as he became the first goaltender in Habs franchise history to log a shutout in regulation, overtime and a clean shootout in one game.

Jacob Fowler is off to an incredible start this season and looks UNBEATABLE right now Safe to say the Habs’ net belongs to the 21-year-old https://t.co/WFEOlF4z7P
— Gino Hard (@GinoHard_) October 28, 2026

Jacob Fowler's youthful success has illustrated his poise

In the Heritage Classic, he was also the youngest goalie in NHL history to perform in an outdoor regular-season game on Oct. 25. His dominance helped the Habs propel past the Winnipeg Jets in a 2-1 victory.

Fowler has earned the spot as the team's starting goalie following injuries and roster shakeups and has been applauded for performing like a veteran.

Stepping up to the challenge and doing it with composure showcases his maturity in his rookie campaign with Montreal. All in all, defying the odds as a rookie has made his electric start this season a force to be reckoned with.

Vanessa Serrao

Serrao is a freelance baseball writer who has covered all MLB teams, with particular expertise on the Toronto Blue Jays. She is a member of the Internet Baseball Writers Association of America.

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