Cal Petersen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Cal Petersen is an NHL goaltender for the Washington Capitals.
Player Overview
Cal Petersen has played 106 career games over six seasons as an NHL goaltender, compiling a record of 46 wins and 44 losses with 4 shutouts. His career save percentage stands at .903, with a goals saved above expected (GSAx) of 1.5.
Petersen's most impactful season came in 2020-21, where he achieved a peak GAR of 14.1, showcasing his potential to be a high-value netminder. While his overall career numbers suggest an average performance, his peak highlights a period of significant contribution.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Washington Capitals |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Draft | 2013 — Round 5, Pick 129 — BUF |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-24 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 86.4% | 3.90 | -5.7 | -4.9 |
| 2022-23 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 86.8% | 3.75 | -9.4 | -7.8 |
| 2021-22 | 37 | 20 | 14 | 89.5% | 2.89 | -1.8 | 4.2 |
| 2020-21 | 35 | 9 | 18 | 91.1% | 2.89 | 7.6 | 14.1 |
| 2019-20 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 92.2% | 2.64 | 8.2 | 9.8 |
| 2018-19 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 92.4% | 2.61 | 2.6 | 4.7 |
Analysis
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 14.1 in 2020-21.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cal Petersen's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Cal Petersen has accumulated 20.1 career GAR.
When was Cal Petersen drafted?
Cal Petersen was drafted in 2013 — Round 5, Pick 129 — BUF.