# NHL Network goaltender rankings

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> Updated: 2026-08-17T13:47:17.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 3.

The NHL Network has released its latest rankings of the top 10 goaltenders in the league. Andrei Vasilevskiy of the Tampa Bay Lightning holds the number one spot, followed by Connor Hellebuyck in second and Igor Shesterkin in third.

The rankings feature significant turnover, with several goaltenders appearing for the first time or returning to the list, including Jeremy Swayman, Logan Thompson, Dan Vladar, and Jesper Wallstedt. Swayman, ranked fifth, recently reached a 30-win milestone and contributed to Team USA’s IIHF World Championship gold medal run.

Montreal Canadiens netminder Jakub Dobes earned the tenth position following a debut season in which he recorded 29 wins and helped lead his team to the Eastern Conference Finals. The list has generated polarized reactions among fans on social media, particularly regarding the placement of Ilya Sorokin and other players based on statistical performance and playoff results.

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar has been ranked eighth, marking the first time a Flyers netminder has appeared on the list since the rankings began in 2016. Vladar’s recognition follows a season where he recorded a 2.42 goals-against average (GAA) and a .906 save percentage, improving to a 2.18 GAA and a .922 save percentage during the playoffs. Analyst Cory Schneider noted that Vladar successfully transitioned from a backup role to a primary starter in Philadelphia. Following his performance, which included 29 wins, Vladar signed a five-year contract extension worth $5.5 million annually.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Dan Vladar ranked 8th in NHL Network Top-10 goaltenders

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar has been ranked 8th in the NHL Network’s Top-10 goaltender rankings following a career-high season and a significant contract extension.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dan-vladar-ranked-8th-in-nhl-network-top-10-goaltenders

### 2026-08-17: Jakub Dobes ranked among top 10 NHL goaltenders

Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes has been ranked among the top ten goalies in the NHL by NHL Network analysts following a strong debut season and a deep playoff run.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jakub-dobes-ranked-among-top-10-nhl-goaltenders

### 2026-08-17: NHL Network releases top 10 goaltender rankings

The NHL Network's new top 10 goaltender rankings, featuring Andrei Vasilevskiy at number one and Jeremy Swayman at fifth, have ignited intense debate among fans regarding player placement and statistics.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nhl-network-releases-top-10-goaltender-rankings

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