The votes are in, and the verdict is unanimous: Jakub Dobes is the Molson Cup winner for the month of March. The 24-year-old goaltender from Ostrava, Czech Republic, put on a masterclass between the pipes, leading his team through a grueling schedule with elite-level consistency.
A Month of Dominance
Dobes wasn’t just good in March—he was statistically the best in the league among high-volume starters. In 10 games played, he posted an impressive 7-3-0 record, but the deeper metrics are what truly stand out. He led all NHL goaltenders (with at least 10 starts in the month) with a sparkling .927 save percentage and a stingy 2.21 goals-against average.
Throughout the month, Dobes was a constant fixture in the «Three Stars» selections:
- First Star: 3 times (including back-to-back stellar outings against Carolina and Tampa).
- Second Star: 2 times.
- Third Star: 1 time.
Career Milestones
The highlight of the month came on March 24 against Carolina, where Dobes turned away a career-high 41 shots, a performance that anchored his selection as the NHL’s First Star of the Week for the period ending March 29.
His ability to shut down high-powered offenses like Toronto and Boston has solidified his role as the backbone of the roster heading into the final stretch of the season.
Bell Centre Celebration
Fans will have the chance to show their appreciation this weekend. A special pre-game ceremony honoring Dobes will take place this Sunday at the Bell Centre before the puck drops against the New Jersey Devils.