Charlie Lindgren — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Charlie Lindgren is an NHL goaltender for the Washington Capitals.
Player Overview
Charlie Lindgren is a veteran goaltender with 10 seasons and 170 career games under his belt, previously demonstrating the ability to be a significant asset with a peak GAR of 15.9. However, his current season marks a considerable downturn in performance.
In 21 appearances this year, he has posted a 9-8 record with a 3.52 goals-against average and a .879 save percentage. His current GAR of -3.4 and GSAx of -7.0 indicate he is performing as a significant liability, struggling to provide consistent netminding.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Washington Capitals |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 9-8-3 | 87.9% | 3.52 | -7.0 | 1 | -3.4 | -0.61 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Charlie Lindgren ranks in the 21th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 21 | 9 | 8 | 87.9% | 3.52 | -7.0 | -3.4 |
| 2024-25 | 39 | 20 | 14 | 89.5% | 2.73 | 0.9 | 6.8 |
| 2023-24 | 50 | 25 | 16 | 91.1% | 2.67 | 7.4 | 15.9 |
| 2022-23 | 31 | 13 | 11 | 89.9% | 3.05 | -5.0 | 0.1 |
| 2021-22 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 95.8% | 1.22 | 4.4 | 5.1 |
| 2019-20 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 88.8% | 3.33 | -2.5 | -1.4 |
| 2018-19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 89.8% | 4.62 | -0.6 | -0.3 |
| 2017-18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 90.8% | 3.03 | 3.4 | 6.2 |
| 2016-17 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 94.9% | 1.48 | 1.7 | 2.0 |
| 2015-16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 92.9% | 2.00 | 0.8 | 1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Charlie Lindgren has been worth -3.4 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 21st percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -7 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 87.9% save percentage.
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 15.9 in 2023-24.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlie Lindgren's GAR this season?
Charlie Lindgren has been worth -3.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 21st percentile of NHL players.
What is Charlie Lindgren's GSAx this season?
Charlie Lindgren has saved -7 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Charlie Lindgren's goalie stats this season?
Charlie Lindgren has a 87.9% save percentage and a 3.52 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.