Cam Talbot — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Cam Talbot is an NHL goaltender for the Detroit Red Wings.
Player Overview
Cam Talbot is a long-tenured veteran goaltender with 13 seasons and 567 career games under his belt, including 33 shutouts and a career 0.911 save percentage. The 39-year-old has a career record of 278-204 and a positive 37.1 goals saved above expected, highlighting a distinguished career as a reliable starter.
However, his current season with the Detroit Red Wings has been a struggle, with a 12-9 record in 34 games. His 3.19 goals against average and 0.883 save percentage have led to a significant -12.2 goals saved above expected and a -7.5 GAR, indicating a challenging period late in his career.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 202 lb |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 12-9-6 | 88.3% | 3.19 | -12.2 | 0 | -7.5 | -1.34 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Cam Talbot ranks in the 11th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 34 | 12 | 9 | 88.3% | 3.19 | -12.2 | -7.5 |
| 2024-25 | 47 | 21 | 19 | 90.0% | 2.93 | 0.8 | 8.6 |
| 2023-24 | 54 | 27 | 20 | 91.3% | 2.50 | 9.5 | 18.5 |
| 2022-23 | 36 | 17 | 14 | 89.8% | 2.93 | -5.5 | 0.1 |
| 2021-22 | 49 | 32 | 12 | 91.1% | 2.76 | -13.1 | -4.2 |
| 2020-21 | 33 | 19 | 8 | 91.5% | 2.63 | 1.1 | 7.2 |
| 2019-20 | 26 | 12 | 10 | 91.9% | 2.63 | -0.6 | 4.1 |
| 2018-19 | 35 | 11 | 17 | 89.2% | 3.53 | -19.1 | -13.1 |
| 2017-18 | 67 | 31 | 31 | 90.8% | 3.02 | 4.5 | 16.7 |
| 2016-17 | 73 | 42 | 22 | 91.9% | 2.39 | 28.3 | 41.0 |
| 2015-16 | 56 | 21 | 27 | 91.7% | 2.55 | 10.1 | 20.0 |
| 2014-15 | 36 | 21 | 9 | 92.6% | 2.21 | 16.8 | 23.0 |
| 2013-14 | 21 | 12 | 6 | 94.1% | 1.64 | 16.5 | 19.8 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Cam Talbot has been worth -7.5 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 11th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -12.2 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 88.3% save percentage.
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 41.0 in 2016-17.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cam Talbot's GAR this season?
Cam Talbot has been worth -7.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 11th percentile of NHL players.
What is Cam Talbot's WAR this season?
Cam Talbot has been worth about -1.3 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 11th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Cam Talbot's GSAx this season?
Cam Talbot has saved -12.2 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Cam Talbot's goalie stats this season?
Cam Talbot has a 88.3% save percentage and a 3.19 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.
Is Cam Talbot a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Cam Talbot grades below average this season with -7.5 GAR, in the 11th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
What is Cam Talbot's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Cam Talbot has accumulated 134.3 career GAR.