Cam
Talbot
G · CBJ · Very poor
- PAL
- 8
- WAR
- -1.1
- Value
- 9
- SV%
- .883
2025-26№ 88 / 98
Cam Talbot (Columbus Blue Jackets) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.
Cam Talbot
HEIGHT : 191 cm · WEIGHT : 93 kg · CATCHES : L
Born : July 4, 1987 · Caledonia, Canada
Contract : $950,000 · 2026-27 → 2026-27 · 35+ Contract · UFA
NHL record
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 8 | 5 | 2 | 2.44 | .911 | 0 |
| 2025-26 | Detroit Red Wings | 34 | 12 | 9 | 3.19 | .883 | 0 |
| 2024-25 | Detroit Red Wings | 47 | 21 | 19 | 2.93 | .901 | 2 |
| 2023-24 | Los Angeles Kings | 54 | 27 | 20 | 2.50 | .913 | 3 |
| 2022-23 | Ottawa Senators | 36 | 17 | 14 | 2.93 | .898 | 1 |
| 2021-22 | Minnesota Wild | 49 | 32 | 12 | 2.76 | .911 | 3 |
| 2020-21 | Minnesota Wild | 33 | 19 | 8 | 2.63 | .915 | 2 |
| 2019-20 | Calgary Flames | 26 | 12 | 10 | 2.63 | .919 | 2 |
| 2018-19 | Philadelphia Flyers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3.70 | .881 | 0 |
| 2018-19 | Edmonton Oilers | 31 | 10 | 15 | 3.36 | .893 | 1 |
| 2017-18 | Edmonton Oilers | 67 | 31 | 31 | 3.02 | .908 | 1 |
| 2016-17 | Edmonton Oilers | 73 | 42 | 22 | 2.39 | .919 | 7 |
| 2015-16 | Edmonton Oilers | 56 | 21 | 27 | 2.55 | .917 | 3 |
| 2014-15 | New York Rangers | 36 | 21 | 9 | 2.21 | .926 | 5 |
| 2013-14 | New York Rangers | 21 | 12 | 6 | 1.64 | .941 | 3 |
| NHL totals | 575 | 283 | 206 | 2.69 | .911 | 33 | |
Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-24 | Los Angeles Kings | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5.30 | .861 | 0 |
| 2021-22 | Minnesota Wild | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4.15 | .846 | 0 |
| 2020-21 | Minnesota Wild | 7 | 3 | 4 | 2.45 | .923 | 2 |
| 2019-20 | Calgary Flames | 10 | 5 | 4 | 2.42 | .924 | 2 |
| 2016-17 | Edmonton Oilers | 13 | 7 | 6 | 2.48 | .924 | 2 |
| 2013-14 | New York Rangers | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2.59 | .846 | 0 |
| Playoff totals | 36 | 16 | 18 | 2.75 | .915 | 6 | |
Cam Talbot: our analysis
2025-26 season: 34 GP, 12 W, 9 L, .883 SV%, 3.19 GAA, 0 SO. WAR -1.1 (88th of 98) · PAL 8, very poor.
In 2025-26, Cam Talbot, 39, posts a PAL Rating of 8 out of 100 (very poor), and his WAR of -1.1 ranks 88th among 98 regulars, in the bottom quarter.
On the other hand, high danger (4, among the weakest in the league) and efficiency (15, among the weakest in the league) hold him back.
GSAx: -11.0 (goals saved above expected).
A marked decline: his PAL was 65 in 2024-25, against 8 now; his WAR went from 2.2 to -1.1.
Contract-wise, his Value score of 9 (very poor return) weighs his output against what he costs: 50 is what that salary should buy.
Cam Talbot's story
Raised in Caledonia, Ontario, Cam Talbot cut his teeth in local minor hockey before moving up through junior and college ranks. Undrafted into the OHL, he made the Hamilton Red Wings and then accepted the lone NCAA offer he had, from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. At UAH he improved each season and in 2009–10 helped the Chargers capture the College Hockey America title and reach the NCAA Tournament, earning All-CHA Second Team honours and the CHA Tournament MVP along the way.
Talbot entered the professional ranks as an undrafted free agent, signing with the New York Rangers on 30 March 2010. He spent time in the AHL with Hartford/Connecticut and a short stint in the ECHL before breaking into the NHL in October 2013. He made his league debut on 24 October 2013, notched his first NHL win on 26 October against Detroit and recorded his first shutout on 16 November versus Montreal.
He served chiefly as Henrik Lundqvist's backup in New York before taking on a heavier workload during Lundqvist's injury in 2014–15. On 27 June 2015 Talbot was traded to the Edmonton Oilers, where he eventually became the starter, signed a multi-year extension and posted one of his strongest seasons in 2016–17, leading the NHL in games played and ranking among the league leaders in wins. Subsequent moves took him to Philadelphia, Calgary, Minnesota and Ottawa, with roles ranging from primary netminder to veteran presence; over the span of his career he has played for nine NHL franchises, a record for goaltenders.
Internationally Talbot represented Canada at the 2016 IIHF World Championship and left with a gold medal. His style is rooted in patience and positioning: over long stretches as a starter he relies on steadiness and experience to manage workloads and to mentor younger goalies when called upon.
Facts drawn from Wikipédia, told in our own words.
Advanced stats
- Starts
- 7
- Shots against
- 203
- Saves
- 185
- %ARR / SV%
- 91.1 %
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Trend
Trend
Slight decline
- Goals saved above expected per 100 shots: -0.45 in 22-23, -0.90 in 25-26
- PAL Rating: 65 → 8
Outlook, age included
↓ DecliningAge 39: the age when performance usually declines
The trend is a hint, not a verdict. It reads recent seasons and PAL Rating (age only shapes the outlook); it knows nothing about future injuries, trades, or the defense in front of the goalie.
WAR and PAL ratings, 2025-26
How we rate →PAL Rating scores performance from 0 to 100 against players at the same position (50 = average player), starting from the player's strength, offensive or defensive. Value Rating compares that performance with what the player costs: 50 means paid what the play is worth.
WAR
-1.1
wins above replacement
88 of 98
PAL Rating
8/ 100
Performance · Very poor
67 of 74 at the position
Value Rating
9/ 100
Very poor return
2.50 M$ · expected PAL 51
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- Efficiency
- 15
- Impact
- 18
- High danger
- 4
- Consistency
- 18
- Workload
- 43
From 0 to 100; 50 is the average player at the same position, adjusted for ice time.
| Season | Team | WAR | PAL | Value | Cap hit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | DET | -1.1 | 8 | 9 | 2.50 M$ |
| 2024-25 | DET | 2.2 | 65 | 63 | 2.50 M$ |
| 2023-24 | LAK | 3.5 | 71 | 79 | 1.00 M$ |
| 2022-23 | OTT | -0.0 | 54 | 47 | 3.67 M$ |
WAR, 2025-26
How it's calculated →Wins added to the team, compared with a replacement-level player called up from the AHL.
-1.1
wins above replacement
-2.6 to 1.6 — 90% interval
88 of 98 goalies
-5.7 goals above replacement
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- Goals saved above expected
- -11.0
- Average → replacement
- +5.3
In goals.
| Season | Team | GP | WAR | 90% interval | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | DET | 34 | -1.1 | -2.6 to 1.6 | 88/98 |
| 2024-25 | DET | 44 | 2.2 | -1.0 to 6.4 | 22/99 |
| 2023-24 | LAK | 54 | 3.5 | 0.6 to 5.7 | 11/98 |
| 2022-23 | OTT | 36 | -0.0 | -2.6 to 2.1 | 66/107 |
Player tracking (NHL EDGE)
League EDGE leaderboards →NHL EDGE tracks every shot with a chip in the puck: where it came from, how dangerous it was, and what the goalie did with it. The percentile places the goalie within the league.
- Save %
- .91181st percentileleague avg. .890
- High-danger save %
- .80049th percentileleague avg. .806
- Games above .900
- 85.7 %98th percentileleague avg. 46.6 %
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- Goal support per game
- 2.4420th percentileleague avg. 3.06
- Goal differential per 60
- 0.0049th percentileleague avg. 0.07
Save % by zone
2026-2027 regular season. Measured by puck and player tracking chips; the percentile ranks the player within the league.
Game log, 2026-27
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PITCam Talbot: frequently asked questions
What is Cam Talbot's record in 2026-27?
Cam Talbot has 5 wins in 8 games in 2026-27, with a .911 save percentage and a 2.44 goals-against average.
How old is Cam Talbot?
Cam Talbot is 39 years old: he was born on July 5, 1987.
How tall is Cam Talbot, and how much does he weigh?
Cam Talbot is 6'3" (191 cm) and weighs 205 lb (93 kg).
Where is Cam Talbot from?
Canada: Cam Talbot was born in Caledonia, Ontario, Canada.
What team does Cam Talbot play for?
Cam Talbot plays for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL, at G, wearing number 33.
Is Cam Talbot injured?
No: Cam Talbot is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.
How good is Cam Talbot?
Cam Talbot produced -1.1 wins above replacement (WAR) in 2025-26, 88th of 98 players at his position in the NHL. His PAL rating is 8 out of 100: very poor for his position.
How much does Cam Talbot make?
Cam Talbot earns $2.5M for the 2025-26 season. His Value Rating is 9 out of 100 (very poor return): it measures the on-field return for that salary, compared with players at his position.
When does Cam Talbot's contract end?
Cam Talbot's contract runs through the 2026-27 season; he will then be an unrestricted free agent.
Is Cam Talbot overpaid?
Yes, his output falls short of what his salary should buy. His Value rating is 9 out of 100 (very poor return), where 50 is the output expected for his salary, compared with players at his position.
Is Cam Talbot a top-10 player at his position?
No: by WAR, he ranks 88th of 98 players at his position in the NHL in 2025-26. Our comparison tool puts him side by side with any other player.
Is Cam Talbot getting better?
No, he is slipping: his PAL rating went from 65 in 2024-25 to 8 in 2025-26 (out of 100, 50 = average player at his position).
What are Cam Talbot's career stats?
Over his NHL career, Cam Talbot has 575 games, 283 wins and 33 shutouts. His best season: 2016-17, with 42 wins.
How does Cam Talbot perform in the playoffs?
In the playoffs, Cam Talbot has 36 games and 16 wins in his career.
Which player is most similar to Cam Talbot?
Arvid Soderblom: he is the player at his position whose PAL profile (the 0-to-100 dimensions) is closest to his in 2025-26.
Arvid Soderblom's page →Is Cam Talbot married?
Yes, married to Kelly (2011).
What is Cam Talbot's nationality?
Cam Talbot is Canadian. Internationally: Canada — 2016 IIHF World Championship gold (starting goaltender; tied tournament record with four shutouts).
What awards has Cam Talbot won?
All-College Hockey America Second Team (2010) ; Most Valuable Player, College Hockey America Tournament (2010) ; Steve McDonald Extra Effort Award (2015) ; Ontario Junior Hockey League Most Valuable Player (2006–07) ; OJHL all-star (2005–06, 2006–07).
How many championships has Cam Talbot won?
3: College Hockey America conference title with the UAH Chargers (2009–10); Presidents' Trophy with the New York Rangers (2014–15 season); IIHF World Championship gold with Canada (2016).
What is Cam Talbot's nickname?
He is nicknamed Goalbuster.
Where did Cam Talbot play before turning pro?
Hamilton Red Wings (OJHL) 2004–2007; University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH Chargers) 2007–2010.
See also: his Columbus Blue Jackets teammates
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