Vyacheslav Buteyets — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Vyacheslav Buteyets is an NHL goaltender for the Anaheim Ducks.
Player Overview
Vyacheslav Buteyets got his first look in the NHL during the 2025-26 season, a single game for the Ducks. The 24-year-old goaltender struggled in his debut, recording a 9.0 goals against average and a .769 save percentage.
His -1.4 GSAx and -1.3 GAR over that one appearance point to a challenging start at the professional level. This initial outing suggests Buteyets is a raw prospect who will need significant development time.
Player Profile
| Position | Goaltender |
|---|---|
| Team | Anaheim Ducks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 220 lb |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 6, Pick 178 — ANA |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | Record | SV% | GAA | GSAx | SO | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0-0-0 | 76.9% | 9.00 | -1.6 | 0 | -1.5 | -0.28 |
Among NHL goaltenders, Vyacheslav Buteyets ranks in the 31th percentile by GAR (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | W | L | SV% | GAA | GSAx | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 76.9% | 9.00 | -1.6 | -1.5 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Vyacheslav Buteyets has been worth -1.5 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 31st percentile leaguewide.
His value comes from stopping -1.6 goals above expected (GSAx) on a 76.9% 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 Vyacheslav Buteyets's GAR this season?
Vyacheslav Buteyets has been worth -1.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 31st percentile of NHL players.
What is Vyacheslav Buteyets's WAR this season?
Vyacheslav Buteyets has been worth about -0.3 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 31st percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
What is Vyacheslav Buteyets's GSAx this season?
Vyacheslav Buteyets has saved -1.6 goals above expected (GSAx) in the 2025-26 season by Hockey Alchemy's model.
What are Vyacheslav Buteyets's goalie stats this season?
Vyacheslav Buteyets has a 76.9% save percentage and a 9 goals-against average in the 2025-26 season.
Is Vyacheslav Buteyets a good goaltender?
By Hockey Alchemy's model Vyacheslav Buteyets grades below average this season with -1.5 GAR, in the 31st percentile among goaltenders. Goalie value is measured by goals saved above expected (GSAx).
When was Vyacheslav Buteyets drafted?
Vyacheslav Buteyets was drafted in 2022 — Round 6, Pick 178 — ANA.