Experts rank Igor Shesterkin as top NHL goalie for 2026-2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:13 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
As the 2026-2027 NHL season approaches, Igor Shesterkin of the NY Rangers is recognized as the top goaltender. Following a season where he won 25 games and recorded a shutout, Shesterkin's performance was instrumental despite the team's defensive challenges. Logan Thompson of the Washington Capitals and Ilya Sorokin of the NY Islanders also made the top five rankings due to their impressive statistics. Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets and Andrei Vasilevskiy of the Tampa Bay Lightning round out the list, showcasing the depth of talent in the league. These rankings highlight the competition for elite status among NHL goaltenders this upcoming season.
- •Igor Shesterkin signed the biggest contract in NHL history for goalies.
- •Logan Thompson led the NHL in goals saved above expected.
- •Ilya Sorokin achieved 26 shutouts over the last five seasons.
- •Connor Hellebuyck has maintained a.920 save percentage over the past three seasons.
- •Andrei Vasilevskiy recorded nearly 40 wins in back-to-back seasons.
- 12:13 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the top 5 NHL goalies ahead of the 2026-2027 season
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