Samuel Ersson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Samuel Ersson is an NHL goaltender for the Ottawa Senators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Samuel Ersson has appeared in 7 games with a 1-3-1 record and a 86.6% save percentage. He is at -3.7 goals saved above expected, 54th of 65 goaltenders with three or more games.
Scouting Report
Samuel Ersson, a fifth-round draft pick, takes a share of the starts in goal. In his prime, he provides a limited contribution for his position, handling a significant workload between the pipes.
His shot-stopping can be inconsistent; he tends to let in more goals than the quality of shots he faces would predict, and can give up soft goals from distance.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Ottawa Senators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 194 lb |
| Born | October 20, 1999 (age 27) in Falun, Sweden |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 5, Pick 143 — PHI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1-3-1 | 86.6% | 3.78 | -3.7 | 0 | -2.9 | -0.52 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Samuel Ersson ranks in the 16th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Save Splits
| Even Strength | Power Play | Shorthanded | Total Saves | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 3 | 29 | 123 | 19 |
Rate & Value
| GP | W | L | OT | SV% | GAA | SO | GSAx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 86.6% | 3.78 | 0 | -3.7 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 86.6% | 3.78 | -3.7 | -2.9 |
| 2025-26 | 33 | 14 | 11 | 87.0% | 3.12 | -13.6 | -9.1 |
| 2024-25 | 47 | 22 | 17 | 88.3% | 3.14 | -22.5 | -15.5 |
| 2023-24 | 51 | 23 | 19 | 89.0% | 2.82 | -9.1 | -1.9 |
| 2022-23 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 89.9% | 3.07 | 0.5 | 2.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Samuel Ersson has been worth -2.9 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 16th percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -3.7 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 86.6% save percentage.
Across 5 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.4 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 Samuel Ersson's GAR this season?
Samuel Ersson has been worth -2.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 16th percentile of NHL players.
What is Samuel Ersson's WAR this season?
Samuel Ersson has been worth about -0.5 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season, in the 16th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Samuel Ersson's GSAx this season?
Samuel Ersson has saved -3.7 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2026-27 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Samuel Ersson's goalie stats this season?
Samuel Ersson has a 86.6% save percentage and a 3.78 goals-against average in the 2026-27 season.
Is Samuel Ersson a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Samuel Ersson grades below average this season with -2.9 GAR, in the 16th percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
How tall is Samuel Ersson, and how much does he weigh?
Samuel Ersson is 6'3" tall and weighs 194 lb. Born October 20, 1999 (age 27) in Falun, Sweden.
How many shots has Samuel Ersson faced in 2026-27?
Samuel Ersson has made 123 saves on 142 shots (a 86.6% save percentage) in 2026-27.
How many of Samuel Ersson's saves come at even strength?
91 of Samuel Ersson's 123 saves in 2026-27 came at even strength, with the rest on special teams.