Canadiens' Patrik Laine, Arber Xhekaj hilariously roast teammate Jakub Dobes over new 'mattress' ad

Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes appeared in an advertisement for a mattress company on Wednesday. The Habs goalie signed a two-year, one-way contract on July 6. The deal covers the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons, with an annual salary of $965,000.

Almost a month after signing the contract, Dobes posted on Instagram to thank Jump, a mattress company, for helping him sleep.

"Thanks @jumpbed for taking care of my sleep for this coming season. If you’re looking for a new mattress, definitely check them out at @matelasbonheur" Dobes wrote, tagging the mattress brand and its retailer in the post.

Dobe's teammates quickly joked about the post in the comments. Arber Xhekaj responded with laughing emojis. Patrik Laine wrote,

“Jesus Christ man,” showing surprise and humor.

Jayden Struble added many laughing emojis, and Logan Mailloux used three skull emojis, conveying his humor.

The teammates’ comments made the post a funny moment for the team, highlighting the strong friendship they share off the ice. Fans enjoyed seeing this lighter side of the players.

Jakub Doble, got an extension after his impressive performance in the 2024-25 season. He played 16 games with the Canadiens, posting a 7-4-3 record, a 2.74 goals-against average, and a .909 save percentage. This helped him rank fourth in wins among rookie NHL goalies last season.

Dobes also earned one shutout, which was in his very first NHL game. That game was on December 28 last year, against the Florida Panthers.

Drafted by Montreal in 2020, Dobes started the 2024-25 season with the Laval Rocket. Now, he is expected to take on a bigger role with the Canadiens in the 2025-26 season.

Jakub Dobes' impressive rookie year for the Montreal Canadiens

Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes also appeared in three playoff games. He earned his first playoff win on April 25 against the Washington Capitals. At that time, he shared his feelings afterward, mentioning that he felt scared, excited, and emotional.

"You guys cannot imagine how a person feels," Dobes said, via TSN. "I was afraid, I was excited, I was emotional. I was crying at the end. I was a mess."

Dobes entered the game after starting goalie Samuel Montembeault was injured. He made seven saves on eight shots. He said he knows his routine and enjoys big moments like this.

"I know my routine. I know I’m a good goalie, I love these moments more than anything," Dobes said.

However, Jakub Dobes lost his next two games, and the Habs were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs.

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