Jakub Dobes — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jakub Dobes is an NHL goaltender for the Montréal Canadiens.
Player Overview
Jakub Dobes is having a breakout season for the Montréal Canadiens, achieving a career-best 22.9 GAR through 43 appearances. The 25-year-old goaltender has established himself as a key player in just his second NHL season.
Dobes has compiled an impressive 29-10 record this season, posting a 2.78 GAA and a .901 save percentage, with 15.8 GSAx. Over his 59-game career, he holds a 36-14 record, a .904 save percentage, and 22.4 GSAx, showcasing his potential as a starting netminder.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Montréal Canadiens |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 215 lb |
| Draft | 2020 — Round 5, Pick 136 — MTL |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 29-10-4 | 90.1% | 2.78 | 15.8 | 0 | 22.9 | 4.12 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Jakub Dobes ranks in the 95th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 43 | 29 | 10 | 90.1% | 2.78 | 15.8 | 22.9 |
| 2024-25 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 90.9% | 2.74 | 6.6 | 9.2 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Jakub Dobes has been worth 22.9 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 95th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping +15.8 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 90.1% 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 Jakub Dobes's GAR this season?
Jakub Dobes has been worth 22.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 95th percentile of NHL players.
What is Jakub Dobes's WAR this season?
Jakub Dobes has been worth about 4.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 95th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Jakub Dobes's GSAx this season?
Jakub Dobes has saved +15.8 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Jakub Dobes's goalie stats this season?
Jakub Dobes has a 90.1% save percentage and a 2.78 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.
Is Jakub Dobes a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Jakub Dobes grades above average this season with 22.9 GAR, in the 95th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
What is Jakub Dobes's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jakub Dobes has accumulated 32.2 career GAR.