Justus Annunen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Justus Annunen is an NHL goaltender for the Nashville Predators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Justus Annunen has appeared in 3 games with a 2-1-0 record and a 84.6% save percentage. He is at -1.5 goals saved above expected, 42nd of 65 goaltenders with three or more games.
Scouting Report
Justus Annunen is a goaltender who gives his team a chance to win most nights. Early in his NHL career, he serves as a backup or takes spot starts, consistently making a solid impact in net.
Annunen is particularly adept at stopping high-danger chances, which is a key aspect of his game. His shot-stopping ability helps his team stay competitive during his workload.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Nashville Predators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 210 lb |
| Born | March 11, 2000 (age 26) in Kempele, Finland |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 3, Pick 64 — COL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2-1-0 | 84.6% | 3.89 | -1.5 | 0 | -1.0 | -0.19 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Justus Annunen ranks in the 32th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Save Splits
| Even Strength | Power Play | Shorthanded | Total Saves | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 3 | 6 | 66 | 12 |
Rate & Value
| GP | W | L | OT | SV% | GAA | SO | GSAx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 84.6% | 3.89 | 0 | -1.5 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 84.6% | 3.89 | -1.5 | -1.0 |
| 2025-26 | 28 | 10 | 12 | 90.6% | 2.68 | 10.8 | 15.0 |
| 2024-25 | 34 | 15 | 15 | 88.3% | 3.20 | -13.7 | -8.8 |
| 2023-24 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 92.8% | 2.25 | 9.4 | 11.9 |
| 2022-23 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 85.4% | 3.58 | -3.2 | -2.9 |
| 2021-22 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 86.3% | 4.34 | -2.7 | -2.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Justus Annunen has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 32nd percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -1.5 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 84.6% save percentage.
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 15.0 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Justus Annunen's GAR this season?
Justus Annunen has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 32nd percentile of NHL players.
What is Justus Annunen's WAR this season?
Justus Annunen has been worth about -0.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 32nd percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Justus Annunen's GSAx this season?
Justus Annunen has saved -1.5 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2026-27 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Justus Annunen's goalie stats this season?
Justus Annunen has a 84.6% save percentage and a 3.89 goals-against average in the 2026-27 season.
Is Justus Annunen a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Justus Annunen grades below average this season with -1.0 GAR, in the 32nd percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
How tall is Justus Annunen, and how much does he weigh?
Justus Annunen is 6'4" tall and weighs 210 lb. Born March 11, 2000 (age 26) in Kempele, Finland.
How many shots has Justus Annunen faced in 2026-27?
Justus Annunen has made 66 saves on 78 shots (a 84.6% save percentage) in 2026-27.
How many of Justus Annunen's saves come at even strength?
57 of Justus Annunen's 66 saves in 2026-27 came at even strength, with the rest on special teams.