After allowing nine goals on 52 shots (.827 SV%) in two games (0-2-0), Montembeault responded on Tuesday, saving 20 of 21 (.952 SV%) in a dominant 6-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres. He will return to the crease on Friday against the Detroit Red Wings, looking to improved on his 2.92 GAA and .902 SV% through 25 games (10-13-2).
