Louis Domingue Signs with Sibir Novosibirsk
Louis Domingue, a goaltender who previously played for the New Jersey Devils, is embarking on a new chapter in his career by signing a one-year deal with Sibir Novosibirsk, a team in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), for the upcoming 2025-26 season.
Recent Performance and Career Overview
Domingue, now 33 years old, made a brief appearance in the NHL last season while with the New York Rangers, successfully saving 25 out of 27 shots during his sole game, which resulted in a victory for the team.
The majority of Domingue’s recent season was spent in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Hartford Wolf Pack, where he struggled, holding a record of 7 wins against 20 losses and 1 overtime loss. His performance was marked by a .896 save percentage and a goals-against average of 3.32 across 28 games.
In the 2019-20 season, he appeared in 16 matches for the Devils, achieving a record of 3 wins, 8 losses, and 2 overtime losses, paired with a .882 save percentage and a 3.79 goals-against average.
During the same season, Domingue played seven games for the AHL’s Binghamton Devils, finishing with a more favorable record of 4 wins, 2 losses, and 1 overtime loss, along with a .912 save percentage and a commendable 2.45 goals-against average.
His tenure with the Devils concluded when he was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in February 2020, an exchange that involved goalie Zane McIntyre.
Career Statistics
In his decade of professional play in the NHL, Domingue has suited up for multiple teams, including the Arizona Coyotes, Tampa Bay Lightning, Calgary Flames, and Pittsburgh Penguins, collectively compiling 144 NHL games with a career record of 61 wins, 60 losses, and 10 overtime losses. He holds an overall save percentage of .906 and an average of 3.01 goals allowed per game.
New Jersey Devils’ Emerging Talent
In a related note, the New Jersey Devils are gaining attention for their standout talents, with defenseman Luke Hughes recognized as one of the league’s most promising young players, highlighting the franchise’s continued focus on nurturing emerging talent.
