Brandon Bussi — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Brandon Bussi is an NHL goaltender for the Carolina Hurricanes.
Player Overview
Brandon Bussi burst onto the scene with a highly impactful debut season for the Carolina Hurricanes, immediately establishing himself as a significant contributor between the pipes. In 39 appearances, he posted an impressive 31-6 record, driving substantial value with a 9.5 GAR. This strong performance suggests he quickly adapted to the professional level, becoming a key factor in his team's success.
His ability to consistently make key saves is further highlighted by his 4.0 GSAx, indicating he stopped more shots than expected given the quality of chances faced. Bussi also recorded 2 shutouts in his inaugural campaign, underscoring his capability to completely shut down opponents. At 28, he appears to be a late bloomer making a strong case for a prominent role.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 218 lb |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 31-6-2 | 89.4% | 2.47 | 4.0 | 2 | 9.5 | 1.71 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Brandon Bussi ranks in the 74th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 39 | 31 | 6 | 89.4% | 2.47 | 4.0 | 9.5 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Brandon Bussi has been worth 9.5 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 74th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping +4 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 89.4% save percentage.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Bussi's GAR this season?
Brandon Bussi has been worth 9.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 74th percentile of NHL players.
What is Brandon Bussi's GSAx this season?
Brandon Bussi has saved +4 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Brandon Bussi's goalie stats this season?
Brandon Bussi has a 89.4% save percentage and a 2.47 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.