The Montreal Canadiens announced on July 2, 2026 that they have secured Czech goaltender Jakub Dobes with a three‑year contract extension. The deal confirms the 25‑year‑old as the club's primary netminder after he assumed the starting role during the previous season.
Dobes, who hails from the Czech Republic, stepped into the Canadiens' starting lineup last campaign and maintained the position through the remainder of the year. His performance earned the organization enough confidence to lock him in for the next three seasons, a move intended to provide stability in goal for the team.
The extension was signed in Montreal, Quebec, and marks a continuation of the team's recent strategy to build around younger talent. By committing to Dobes through the 2028‑29 season, the Canadiens aim to maintain continuity between the crease and the defensive core that supported him last year.
The three‑year agreement reflects the organization’s belief that Dobes will remain a central figure between the pipes. As a 25‑year‑old who has already demonstrated the ability to handle the responsibilities of a starting goaltender, he is positioned to play a key role in the Canadiens' plans moving forward.