Hockey’s Best Goalies
One of the most important factors in hockey is having a good goalie. There have been certain goalies that have been so good that they could change the outcome of a game. With that in mind, here are 5 of the best.
1. Connor Hellebuyck
Connor Hellebuyck has quickly developed into one of the NHL's top goalies. The Winnipeg Jets goaltender is a three-time Vezina Trophy winner and a Hart Trophy winner for his incredible work ethic and production. He is clearly a vital player for his team and in the league as a whole.
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2. Andrei Vasilevskiy
Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy is considered by many to be one of the best in the NHL. The Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender has been putting up elite numbers year in and year out. Last season he finished near the top of the league in wins.
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3. Igor Shesterkin
In only two years in the league, Igor Shesterkin has already established himself as one of the most consistent and elite goaltenders in the NHL. He had an above-average season and is very good in front of the net. He has a Vezina Trophy, was a Hart Trophy finalist, and was the best goaltender in the playoffs.
4. Sergei Bobrovsky
Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky is an NHL veteran with a track record as one of the best goalies in the league. He played a critical role for the Panthers during their back-to-back Stanley Cup victories last season. Bobrovsky also has 429 career wins, the most among active goaltenders and 10th all-time.
5. Jake Oettinger
Jake Oettinger has already established himself as one of the better goalies in the NHL. Over the last four seasons, he has the second-most wins among all goalies, trailing only Vasilevskiy and Hellebuyck. Oettinger has the top success rate in his own right, posting a high winning percentage.
