Jacob Fowler posts 46-save shutout for Canadiens against Blues

Fantasy hockey: Fowler's perfect night is worth holding in deeper formats, but a 2.52 GAA and .904 save percentage still point to a volume starter.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 28, 2026 · Updated October 28, 2026

Jacob Fowler stopped all 46 shots he faced in Montreal's 2-0 win over St. Louis on Tuesday, October 27. The goaltender played 59:38 and earned the win in a dominant performance that saw the Canadiens surrender zero goals on the road.

The shutout is noteworthy, but Fowler's recent averages tell a different story. He carries a 2.52 GAA and a .904 save percentage while starting 79% of games. His save quality grades 98 out of 100 among goalies in goals saved above expected and high-danger saves, suggesting the underlying process is far better than the raw numbers show.

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Jacob Fowler

The 46 saves represent a heavy workload, and Fowler turned them all aside for his first shutout. His .904 save percentage shows room for improvement in the counting stats, though that number comes from 14 games and may not yet reflect his talent level. He has started 79% of games in Montreal, giving him three games left this week (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) to build on this performance.

The elite save quality grade (98 out of 100) hints at a goaltender who makes the difficult stops and positions himself well against dangerous chances. If that process holds, better ratios should follow. For now, the recent 2.52 GAA makes him a volume play rather than a ratio anchor. Managers in deeper leagues should hold him for the workload and the chance that his underlying metrics translate into steadier results.

What to do

• Hold Fowler in deeper formats for his 79% start share and three games left this week.

• Monitor whether his elite save quality grade (98 out of 100) begins to improve his 2.52 GAA and .904 save percentage.

• Consider starting him in leagues that reward volume, as he handles the bulk of Montreal's crease time.

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