Colten Ellis — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Colten Ellis is an NHL goaltender for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Colten Ellis has appeared in 5 games with a 3-1-0 record and a 88.0% save percentage. He is at +0.2 goals saved above expected, 27th of 65 goaltenders with three or more games.
Scouting Report
Colten Ellis is a goaltender early in his NHL career. He is typically deployed as a backup or for spot starts, managing a limited workload.
Ellis provides depth in net, fulfilling his role when called upon.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 191 lb |
| Born | October 5, 2000 (age 26) in Whycocomagh, Canada |
| Draft | 2019 — Round 3, Pick 93 — STL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3-1-0 | 88.0% | 3.11 | 0.2 | 1 | 0.9 | 0.17 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Colten Ellis ranks in the 58th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Save Splits
| Even Strength | Power Play | Shorthanded | Total Saves | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | 4 | 20 | 103 | 14 |
Rate & Value
| GP | W | L | OT | SV% | GAA | SO | GSAx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 88.0% | 3.11 | 1 | 0.2 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 88.0% | 3.11 | 0.2 | 0.9 |
| 2025-26 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 90.3% | 2.90 | -0.3 | 2.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Colten Ellis has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 58th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping +0.2 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 88.0% 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 Colten Ellis's GAR this season?
Colten Ellis has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 58th percentile of NHL players.
What is Colten Ellis's WAR this season?
Colten Ellis has been worth about 0.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 58th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Colten Ellis's GSAx this season?
Colten Ellis has saved +0.2 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2026-27 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Colten Ellis's goalie stats this season?
Colten Ellis has a 88.0% save percentage and a 3.11 goals-against average in the 2026-27 season.
Is Colten Ellis a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Colten Ellis grades above average this season with 0.9 GAR, in the 58th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
How tall is Colten Ellis, and how much does he weigh?
Colten Ellis is 6'1" tall and weighs 191 lb. Born October 5, 2000 (age 26) in Whycocomagh, Canada.
How many shots has Colten Ellis faced in 2026-27?
Colten Ellis has made 103 saves on 117 shots (a 88.0% save percentage) in 2026-27.
How many of Colten Ellis's saves come at even strength?
79 of Colten Ellis's 103 saves in 2026-27 came at even strength, with the rest on special teams.