Elvis Merzlikins — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Elvis Merzlikins is an NHL goaltender for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Player Overview
Elvis Merzlikins is a veteran goaltender for the Columbus Blue Jackets, now in his seventh NHL season. The 32-year-old has played 273 career games, compiling a record of 108 wins, 111 losses, and 11 shutouts, alongside a career .900 save percentage.
Despite achieving a peak GAR of 17.4 in 2021-22, Merzlikins has struggled this season. In 30 appearances, he holds a 14-11 record with a 3.4 GAA and an .883 save percentage, reflected in a -7.0 GSAx and a -2.1 GAR.
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 29th 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 | -5.6 | 3.8 |
| 2023-24 | 41 | 13 | 17 | 89.7% | 3.45 | 1.5 | 9.1 |
| 2022-23 | 30 | 7 | 18 | 87.6% | 4.23 | -30.1 | -24.8 |
| 2021-22 | 59 | 27 | 23 | 90.7% | 3.22 | 5.9 | 17.4 |
| 2020-21 | 28 | 8 | 12 | 91.6% | 2.77 | -1.2 | 3.8 |
| 2019-20 | 32 | 13 | 9 | 92.3% | 2.35 | 4.0 | 9.5 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Elvis Merzlikins has been worth -2.1 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 29th 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 17.4 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 29th percentile of NHL players.
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.