Jacob Fowler Stops 26 Shots in Canadiens Victory Over Maple Leafs

Jacob Fowler made 26 saves on 28 shots to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in his first career start against them. The 21-year-old netminder delivered a calm, commanding performance, including a key blocker save on Auston Matthews in the first period. Fowler also showed veteran leadership by reassuring teammates at the bench during a third-period timeout while holding a narrow 3-2 lead.