Casey DeSmith — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Casey DeSmith is an NHL goaltender for the Dallas Stars.
Player Overview
Casey DeSmith is currently enjoying a strong season in net for the Dallas Stars, posting a 15-8 record with a 2.43 GAA and a .907 save percentage across 30 games. His current GAR of 12.6, coupled with 8.1 Goals Saved Above Expected, highlights his significant contribution to the team's success.
The 35-year-old netminder has demonstrated a career-best performance, with his current GAR nearing his peak of 18.1 from 2024-25. Over his eight seasons, DeSmith has accumulated 99 wins, 13 shutouts, and a .910 career save percentage in 220 games.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Dallas Stars |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 188 lb |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 15-8-6 | 90.7% | 2.43 | 8.1 | 1 | 12.6 | 2.26 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Casey DeSmith ranks in the 80th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 30 | 15 | 8 | 90.7% | 2.43 | 8.1 | 12.6 |
| 2024-25 | 27 | 14 | 8 | 91.5% | 2.59 | 13.6 | 18.1 |
| 2023-24 | 29 | 12 | 9 | 89.5% | 2.89 | -6.6 | -2.0 |
| 2022-23 | 38 | 15 | 16 | 90.5% | 3.17 | 2.9 | 9.7 |
| 2021-22 | 26 | 11 | 6 | 91.4% | 2.79 | -0.3 | 4.3 |
| 2020-21 | 20 | 11 | 7 | 91.2% | 2.54 | 2.8 | 6.1 |
| 2018-19 | 36 | 15 | 11 | 91.6% | 2.75 | 0.4 | 6.7 |
| 2017-18 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 92.1% | 2.40 | 7.0 | 9.2 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Casey DeSmith has been worth 12.6 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 80th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping +8.1 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 90.7% save percentage.
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 18.1 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casey DeSmith's GAR this season?
Casey DeSmith has been worth 12.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 80th percentile of NHL players.
What is Casey DeSmith's WAR this season?
Casey DeSmith has been worth about 2.3 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 80th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Casey DeSmith's GSAx this season?
Casey DeSmith has saved +8.1 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Casey DeSmith's goalie stats this season?
Casey DeSmith has a 90.7% save percentage and a 2.43 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.
Is Casey DeSmith a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Casey DeSmith grades above average this season with 12.6 GAR, in the 80th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
What is Casey DeSmith's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Casey DeSmith has accumulated 64.7 career GAR.