Elvis Merzlikins — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Elvis Merzlikins is an NHL goaltender for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Player Overview
Elvis Merzlikins, the Columbus Blue Jackets' veteran netminder, is experiencing a challenging season, posting a -2.1 GAR through 30 games. This marks a significant downturn from his career high of 17.0 GAR achieved in the 2021-22 season, indicating a struggle to maintain previous form. Over his 7 seasons and 273 career games, he holds a 0.900 save percentage.
This year, Merzlikins has recorded a 0.883 save percentage and a -7.0 GSAx, contributing to his current 14-11 record. His overall career GSAx stands at -42.6, suggesting a long-term trend of underperforming expectations despite his earlier peak.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Columbus Blue Jackets |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 3, Pick 76 — CBJ |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 14-11-3 | 88.3% | 3.40 | -7.0 | 1 | -2.1 | -0.38 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Elvis Merzlikins ranks in the 26th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 30 | 14 | 11 | 88.3% | 3.40 | -7.0 | -2.1 |
| 2024-25 | 53 | 26 | 21 | 89.2% | 3.18 | -15.4 | -6.0 |
| 2023-24 | 41 | 13 | 17 | 89.7% | 3.45 | 0.7 | 8.3 |
| 2022-23 | 30 | 7 | 18 | 87.6% | 4.23 | -30.3 | -25.0 |
| 2021-22 | 59 | 27 | 23 | 90.7% | 3.22 | 5.4 | 17.0 |
| 2020-21 | 28 | 8 | 12 | 91.6% | 2.77 | -0.5 | 4.5 |
| 2019-20 | 32 | 13 | 9 | 92.3% | 2.35 | 4.4 | 9.9 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Elvis Merzlikins has been worth -2.1 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 26th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -7 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 88.3% save percentage.
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 17.0 in 2021-22.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elvis Merzlikins's GAR this season?
Elvis Merzlikins has been worth -2.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 26th percentile of NHL players.
What is Elvis Merzlikins's WAR this season?
Elvis Merzlikins has been worth about -0.4 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 26th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Elvis Merzlikins's GSAx this season?
Elvis Merzlikins has saved -7 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Elvis Merzlikins's goalie stats this season?
Elvis Merzlikins has a 88.3% save percentage and a 3.4 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.
Is Elvis Merzlikins a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Elvis Merzlikins grades below average this season with -2.1 GAR, in the 26th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
What is Elvis Merzlikins's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Elvis Merzlikins has accumulated 6.6 career GAR.