The Montreal Canadiens had been searching for stability in goal after a stretch of poor performances, and that search led them to make a bold move. On Wednesday, the team called up young goaltender Jacob Fowler from the AHL, hoping he could give them a much-needed boost.

Many fans wondered if the move came too early in his development , worrying that Montreal might be rushing him. But on Thursday night in Pittsburgh, Fowler showed exactly why the Canadiens believed he was ready.

In his NHL debut, the 21-year-old delivered a brilliant performance, turning aside 35 shots to help the visiting Canadiens secure a 4-2 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins. From the opening minutes to the final horn, Fowler looked composed, confident, and completely unfazed by the pressure of facing Sidney Cr

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