Karel Vejmelka — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Karel Vejmelka is an NHL goaltender for the Utah Mammoth.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Karel Vejmelka has appeared in 12 games with a 6-5-0 record and a 86.9% save percentage. He is at -7.1 goals saved above expected, 64th of 65 goaltenders with three or more games.
Scouting Report
Karel Vejmelka consistently handles a starter's workload as a solid goaltender in his prime. He is a dependable presence between the pipes, relied upon for a high volume of starts.
His role requires him to manage significant playing time, and he performs the essential duties expected of a primary netminder, providing stability in net.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Utah Mammoth |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 221 lb |
| Born | May 25, 1996 (age 30) in Trebic, Czechia |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 5, Pick 145 — NSH |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6-5-0 | 86.9% | 3.31 | -7.1 | 1 | -5.4 | -0.97 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Karel Vejmelka ranks in the 4th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Save Splits
| Even Strength | Power Play | Shorthanded | Total Saves | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 191 | 5 | 49 | 245 | 37 |
Rate & Value
| GP | W | L | OT | SV% | GAA | SO | GSAx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 87.2% | 3.31 | 1 | -7.1 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 86.9% | 3.31 | -7.1 | -5.4 |
| 2025-26 | 64 | 38 | 20 | 89.6% | 2.75 | 8.0 | 17.8 |
| 2024-25 | 58 | 26 | 22 | 90.4% | 2.58 | 16.8 | 25.9 |
| 2023-24 | 37 | 13 | 19 | 89.6% | 3.35 | -8.1 | -1.6 |
| 2022-23 | 50 | 18 | 24 | 89.9% | 3.43 | 0.4 | 10.5 |
| 2021-22 | 52 | 13 | 32 | 89.8% | 3.68 | -15.9 | -5.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Karel Vejmelka has been worth -5.4 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 4th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -7.1 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 86.9% save percentage.
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 25.9 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karel Vejmelka's GAR this season?
Karel Vejmelka has been worth -5.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 4th percentile of NHL players.
What is Karel Vejmelka's WAR this season?
Karel Vejmelka has been worth about -1.0 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 4th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Karel Vejmelka's GSAx this season?
Karel Vejmelka has saved -7.1 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2026-27 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Karel Vejmelka's goalie stats this season?
Karel Vejmelka has a 86.9% save percentage and a 3.31 goals-against average in the 2026-27 season.
Is Karel Vejmelka a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Karel Vejmelka grades below average this season with -5.4 GAR, in the 4th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
How tall is Karel Vejmelka, and how much does he weigh?
Karel Vejmelka is 6'4" tall and weighs 221 lb. Born May 25, 1996 (age 30) in Trebic, Czechia.
How many shots has Karel Vejmelka faced in 2026-27?
Karel Vejmelka has made 245 saves on 282 shots (a 87.2% save percentage) in 2026-27.
How many of Karel Vejmelka's saves come at even strength?
191 of Karel Vejmelka's 245 saves in 2026-27 came at even strength, with the rest on special teams.