Darcy Kuemper — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Darcy Kuemper is an NHL goaltender for the Los Angeles Kings.
Player Overview
Darcy Kuemper, a seasoned goaltender for the Los Angeles Kings, is experiencing a challenging season despite a long and accomplished career. In 50 games this year, the 36-year-old has posted a 19-14 record with a 2.78 goals-against average and a .891 save percentage, resulting in a low 0.8 GAR and -6.6 Goals Saved Above Expected (GSAx).
This current performance contrasts sharply with his career .913 save percentage and 34.2 GSAx over 489 games, which includes 38 shutouts and a peak GAR of 30.5 in 2024-25. Kuemper's current numbers suggest a veteran netminder struggling to maintain his previous high level of play.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Los Angeles Kings |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'5" |
| Weight | 215 lb |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 6, Pick 161 — MIN |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 19-14-15 | 89.1% | 2.78 | -6.6 | 3 | 0.8 | 0.15 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Darcy Kuemper ranks in the 46th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 50 | 19 | 14 | 89.1% | 2.78 | -6.6 | 0.8 |
| 2024-25 | 50 | 31 | 11 | 92.1% | 2.02 | 22.9 | 30.5 |
| 2023-24 | 33 | 13 | 14 | 89.0% | 3.31 | -8.7 | -3.0 |
| 2022-23 | 57 | 22 | 26 | 90.8% | 2.87 | 1.1 | 11.1 |
| 2021-22 | 57 | 37 | 12 | 92.1% | 2.54 | 17.6 | 28.1 |
| 2020-21 | 27 | 10 | 11 | 90.7% | 2.56 | -1.6 | 2.7 |
| 2019-20 | 29 | 16 | 11 | 92.8% | 2.22 | 13.0 | 18.4 |
| 2018-19 | 55 | 27 | 20 | 92.5% | 2.33 | 17.5 | 27.6 |
| 2017-18 | 29 | 12 | 7 | 92.0% | 2.66 | 8.6 | 13.6 |
| 2016-17 | 18 | 8 | 5 | 90.2% | 3.13 | -11.3 | -7.9 |
| 2015-16 | 21 | 6 | 7 | 91.5% | 2.43 | 0.3 | 3.3 |
| 2014-15 | 31 | 14 | 12 | 90.5% | 2.60 | -14.0 | -9.7 |
| 2013-14 | 26 | 12 | 8 | 91.5% | 2.43 | -5.8 | -1.6 |
| 2012-13 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 91.6% | 2.08 | 1.1 | 1.8 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Darcy Kuemper has been worth 0.8 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 46th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -6.6 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 89.1% save percentage.
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 30.5 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 Darcy Kuemper's GAR this season?
Darcy Kuemper has been worth 0.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 46th percentile of NHL players.
What is Darcy Kuemper's WAR this season?
Darcy Kuemper has been worth about 0.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 46th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Darcy Kuemper's GSAx this season?
Darcy Kuemper has saved -6.6 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Darcy Kuemper's goalie stats this season?
Darcy Kuemper has a 89.1% save percentage and a 2.78 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.
Is Darcy Kuemper a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Darcy Kuemper grades below average this season with 0.8 GAR, in the 46th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
What is Darcy Kuemper's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Darcy Kuemper has accumulated 115.8 career GAR.