In a hockey world obsessed with flash and flair, Gilbert Delorme is calling out what most fans have missed: Noah Dobson might be the Montreal Canadiens’ most underrated asset.
Speaking on Le Club du matin on BPM Sports, the veteran analyst didn’t mince words. “Noah Dobson, last night, I think he was the perfect player. He was rock solid,” Delorme declared, referring to Dobson’s performance in the Canadiens’ 4–3 overtime win against the Seattle Kraken.
While names like Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, and Ivan Demidov dominate headlines, Dobson continues to deliver quietly—executing clean breakouts, reading the ice with precision, and anchoring the defense alongside Mike Matheson. Delorme emphasized that Dobson’s impact often flies under the radar, but it’s exactly those “unnoticed plays” that win games.
“Noah doesn’t try to shine with flashy moves,” Delorme added. “He makes the right play at the right time. That’s the kind of player Martin St-Louis must really appreciate.”
Dobson’s stat line backs it up: two assists against Seattle, three during the Habs’ four-game road trip, and countless defensive recoveries that don’t show up on the scoresheet.
In a segment titled Gilbert’s Edition, Delorme doubled down: “Perfect player: Noah Dobson.” It’s a bold claim in a market that often overlooks substance in favor of spectacle.
As the Canadiens fight for consistency, Dobson’s quiet excellence may be the glue holding the team together. And if Delorme’s words are any indication, it’s time fans and pundits alike start paying attention.