Juuse Saros — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Juuse Saros is an NHL goaltender for the Nashville Predators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Juuse Saros has appeared in 11 games with a 4-3-4 record and a 90.8% save percentage. He is at +5.3 goals saved above expected, 9th of 65 goaltenders with three or more games.
Scouting Report
Juuse Saros, in his prime, handles a starter's workload in net. He provides a modest impact, though he has a tendency to give up soft goals from distance.
Saros's shot-stopping is generally reliable, but these occasional long-distance goals can be a limitation in his game. He consistently carries the primary workload for his team.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Nashville Predators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Born | April 19, 1995 (age 31) in Forssa, Finland |
| Draft | 2013 — Round 4, Pick 99 — NSH |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 4-3-4 | 90.8% | 2.77 | 5.3 | 0 | 7.3 | 1.31 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Juuse Saros ranks in the 91th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Save Splits
| Even Strength | Power Play | Shorthanded | Total Saves | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 257 | 9 | 40 | 305 | 31 |
Rate & Value
| GP | W | L | OT | SV% | GAA | SO | GSAx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 90.8% | 2.77 | 0 | 5.3 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 90.8% | 2.77 | 5.3 | 7.3 |
| 2025-26 | 59 | 28 | 22 | 89.4% | 3.16 | -6.1 | 4.1 |
| 2024-25 | 58 | 20 | 31 | 89.5% | 2.98 | -11.5 | -2.0 |
| 2023-24 | 64 | 35 | 24 | 90.6% | 2.86 | -4.4 | 6.7 |
| 2022-23 | 64 | 33 | 23 | 91.9% | 2.69 | 35.5 | 48.1 |
| 2021-22 | 67 | 38 | 25 | 91.8% | 2.64 | 16.1 | 28.7 |
| 2020-21 | 36 | 21 | 11 | 92.7% | 2.28 | 13.0 | 19.4 |
| 2019-20 | 40 | 17 | 12 | 91.4% | 2.70 | 5.1 | 11.9 |
| 2018-19 | 31 | 17 | 10 | 91.5% | 2.62 | 4.9 | 10.1 |
| 2017-18 | 26 | 11 | 5 | 92.5% | 2.45 | 15.2 | 20.0 |
| 2016-17 | 21 | 10 | 8 | 92.3% | 2.35 | 3.6 | 7.3 |
| 2015-16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 87.0% | 3.10 | -1.1 | -1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Juuse Saros has been worth 7.3 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 91st percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping +5.3 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 90.8% save percentage.
Across 12 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 48.1 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juuse Saros's GAR this season?
Juuse Saros has been worth 7.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 91st percentile of NHL players.
What is Juuse Saros's WAR this season?
Juuse Saros has been worth about 1.3 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 91st percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Juuse Saros's GSAx this season?
Juuse Saros has saved +5.3 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2026-27 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Juuse Saros's goalie stats this season?
Juuse Saros has a 90.8% save percentage and a 2.77 goals-against average in the 2026-27 season.
Is Juuse Saros a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Juuse Saros grades above average this season with 7.3 GAR, in the 91st percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
How tall is Juuse Saros, and how much does he weigh?
Juuse Saros is 5'11" tall and weighs 180 lb. Born April 19, 1995 (age 31) in Forssa, Finland.
How many shots has Juuse Saros faced in 2026-27?
Juuse Saros has made 305 saves on 336 shots (a 90.8% save percentage) in 2026-27.
How many of Juuse Saros's saves come at even strength?
257 of Juuse Saros's 305 saves in 2026-27 came at even strength, with the rest on special teams.