Jacob
Markstrom
G · FLA · Below average
- PAL
- 21
- WAR
- -1.9
- Value
- 17
- SV%
- .883
2025-26№ 92 / 98
Jacob Markstrom (Florida Panthers) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.
Jacob Markstrom
#25G
Florida Panthers
HEIGHT : 198 cm · WEIGHT : 94 kg · CATCHES : L
Born : January 30, 1990 · Gavle, Sweden
Drafted : 2008 · FLA · round 2, pick #31
Contract : $6,000,000 · 2026-27 → 2027-28 · Standard Contract (Extension) · UFA · Signing bonus $1,500,000M-NTC
NHL record
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | Florida Panthers | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2.74 | .886 | 1 |
| 2025-26 | New Jersey Devils | 44 | 23 | 19 | 3.07 | .883 | 1 |
| 2024-25 | New Jersey Devils | 49 | 26 | 16 | 2.50 | .900 | 4 |
| 2023-24 | Calgary Flames | 48 | 23 | 23 | 2.78 | .905 | 2 |
| 2022-23 | Calgary Flames | 59 | 23 | 21 | 2.92 | .892 | 1 |
| 2021-22 | Calgary Flames | 63 | 37 | 15 | 2.22 | .922 | 9 |
| 2020-21 | Calgary Flames | 43 | 22 | 19 | 2.68 | .904 | 3 |
| 2019-20 | Vancouver Canucks | 43 | 23 | 16 | 2.75 | .918 | 2 |
| 2018-19 | Vancouver Canucks | 60 | 28 | 23 | 2.77 | .912 | 1 |
| 2017-18 | Vancouver Canucks | 60 | 23 | 26 | 2.71 | .912 | 2 |
| 2016-17 | Vancouver Canucks | 26 | 10 | 11 | 2.63 | .910 | 0 |
| 2015-16 | Vancouver Canucks | 33 | 13 | 14 | 2.73 | .915 | 0 |
| 2014-15 | Vancouver Canucks | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3.09 | .879 | 0 |
| 2013-14 | Vancouver Canucks | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3.01 | .868 | 0 |
| 2013-14 | Florida Panthers | 12 | 1 | 6 | 3.52 | .874 | 0 |
| 2012-13 | Florida Panthers | 23 | 8 | 14 | 3.22 | .901 | 0 |
| 2011-12 | Florida Panthers | 7 | 2 | 4 | 2.66 | .923 | 0 |
| 2010-11 | Florida Panthers | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3.01 | .857 | 0 |
| NHL totals | 586 | 268 | 233 | 2.73 | .906 | 26 | |
Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | New Jersey Devils | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2.78 | .911 | 0 |
| 2021-22 | Calgary Flames | 12 | 5 | 7 | 2.95 | .901 | 1 |
| 2019-20 | Vancouver Canucks | 14 | 8 | 6 | 2.85 | .919 | 1 |
| Playoff totals | 31 | 14 | 17 | 2.88 | .911 | 2 | |
Jacob Markstrom: our analysis
2025-26 season: 44 GP, 23 W, 19 L, .883 SV%, 3.07 GAA, 1 SO. WAR -1.9 (92nd of 98) · PAL 21, below average.
In 2025-26, Jacob Markstrom, 36, posts a PAL Rating of 21 out of 100 (below average), and his WAR of -1.9 ranks 92nd among 98 regulars, in the bottom quarter.
His strengths: workload (64, above average). On the other hand, impact (8, among the weakest in the league) and efficiency (14, among the weakest in the league) hold him back.
GSAx: -17.4 (goals saved above expected).
A marked decline: his PAL was 68 in 2024-25, against 21 now; his WAR went from 2.3 to -1.9.
Contract-wise, his Value score of 17 (very poor return) weighs his output against what he costs: 50 is what that salary should buy.
Jacob Markstrom's story
Growing up in Gävle, Jacob Markström came through Brynäs IF’s program and earned a spot on the senior roster in 2008 after standout seasons in Sweden’s top league and at junior international tournaments. In 2009–10 he finished the Elitserien leading the league in save percentage and goals-against average, a run that helped raise his profile among NHL scouts.
Florida selected him 31st overall in the 2008 draft and he eventually signed an entry-level deal that brought him to North America. His early years alternated between the NHL and the AHL—time with the Rochester Americans and later the Utica Comets—to adapt to the different shooting angles and pace. Markström made his NHL debut on 23 January 2011 against New Jersey and not long after recorded his first win for the Panthers.
A major trade on 4 March 2014 sent him to the Vancouver Canucks alongside Shawn Matthias in exchange for Roberto Luongo and Steven Anthony. After stints back in the AHL, he established himself with Vancouver, earning his first NHL shutout in December 2017, stopping 43 shots in a 1–0 game in December 2019, and receiving an All-Star nod in January 2020 as a replacement. On 9 October 2020 he signed a six-year deal with the Calgary Flames, where 2021–22 became his best campaign: a 37–15–9 record, a .922 save percentage and a league-leading nine shutouts, plus a place among the Vezina finalists.
Markström was pivotal in Calgary’s 2022 playoff run, helping the Flames edge Dallas in seven games before struggling in the second-round series against Edmonton. On 19 June 2024 he was traded to the New Jersey Devils for Kevin Bahl and a 2025 first-round pick; Calgary retained part of his salary. He reached 500 NHL games with New Jersey in November and figure in a notable goaltender fight against Igor Shesterkin in March 2026. On 30 June 2026 he was traded back to the Florida Panthers in a multi-player deal.
Internationally he has been a regular for Sweden’s youth and senior teams: fourth at the 2008 U18s, silver at the 2009 World Juniors (where he posted the top save percentage and won the Directorate award), bronze in 2010, a shutout at the 2010 World Championship, part of Sweden’s 2013 world title as a backup who won his appearances, and a victory over Russia when he started Sweden’s opening game at the 2016 World Cup. His style is classic butterfly goaltending—calm in net, strong at stopping sustained pressure and adept at reading shooters.
Facts drawn from Wikipédia, told in our own words.
Advanced stats
- Starts
- 8
- Shots against
- 165
- Saves
- 146
- %ARR / SV%
- 88.5 %
Stats and photos: NHL (NHL.com)
Trend
Trend
Slight decline
- Goals saved above expected per 100 shots: -0.51 in 22-23, -1.03 in 25-26
- PAL Rating: 68 → 21
Outlook, age included
↓ DecliningAge 36: 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
-1.9
wins above replacement
92 of 98
PAL Rating
21/ 100
Performance · Below average
57 of 74 at the position
Value Rating
17/ 100
Very poor return
6.00 M$ · expected PAL 57
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- Efficiency
- 14
- Impact
- 8
- High danger
- 36
- Consistency
- 19
- Workload
- 64
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 | NJD | -1.9 | 21 | 17 | 6.00 M$ |
| 2024-25 | NJD | 2.3 | 68 | 53 | 6.00 M$ |
| 2023-24 | CGY | 4.4 | 98 | 93 | 6.00 M$ |
| 2022-23 | CGY | -0.3 | 49 | 39 | 6.00 M$ |
WAR, 2025-26
How it's calculated →Wins added to the team, compared with a replacement-level player called up from the AHL.
-1.9
wins above replacement
-5.2 to 1.8 — 90% interval
92 of 98 goalies
-10.2 goals above replacement
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- Goals saved above expected
- -17.4
- Average → replacement
- +7.3
In goals.
| Season | Team | GP | WAR | 90% interval | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | NJD | 44 | -1.9 | -5.2 to 1.8 | 92/98 |
| 2024-25 | NJD | 47 | 2.3 | -0.6 to 5.9 | 20/99 |
| 2023-24 | CGY | 48 | 4.4 | 1.1 to 7.0 | 5/98 |
| 2022-23 | CGY | 59 | -0.3 | -4.3 to 3.1 | 76/107 |
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 %
- .88542nd percentileleague avg. .890
- High-danger save %
- .86485th percentileleague avg. .804
- Games above .900
- 25.0 %15th percentileleague avg. 45.8 %
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- Goal support per game
- 2.8430th percentileleague avg. 3.07
- Goal differential per 60
- 0.2762nd 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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CARJacob Markstrom: frequently asked questions
What is Jacob Markstrom's record in 2026-27?
Jacob Markstrom has 4 wins in 9 games in 2026-27, with a .886 save percentage and a 2.74 goals-against average.
How old is Jacob Markstrom?
Jacob Markstrom is 36 years old: he was born on January 31, 1990.
How tall is Jacob Markstrom, and how much does he weigh?
Jacob Markstrom is 6'6" (198 cm) and weighs 207 lb (94 kg).
Where is Jacob Markstrom from?
Sweden: Jacob Markstrom was born in Gavle, Sweden.
What team does Jacob Markstrom play for?
Jacob Markstrom plays for the Florida Panthers in the NHL, at G, wearing number 25.
Is Jacob Markstrom injured?
No: Jacob Markstrom is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.
How good is Jacob Markstrom?
Jacob Markstrom produced -1.9 wins above replacement (WAR) in 2025-26, 92nd of 98 players at his position in the NHL. His PAL rating is 21 out of 100: below average for his position.
How much does Jacob Markstrom make?
Jacob Markstrom earns $6.0M for the 2025-26 season. His Value Rating is 17 out of 100 (very poor return): it measures the on-field return for that salary, compared with players at his position.
When does Jacob Markstrom's contract end?
Jacob Markstrom's contract runs through the 2027-28 season; he will then be an unrestricted free agent. It includes a M-NTC clause.
Is Jacob Markstrom overpaid?
Yes, his output falls short of what his salary should buy. His Value rating is 17 out of 100 (very poor return), where 50 is the output expected for his salary, compared with players at his position.
Is Jacob Markstrom a top-10 player at his position?
No: by WAR, he ranks 92nd 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 Jacob Markstrom getting better?
No, he is slipping: his PAL rating went from 68 in 2024-25 to 21 in 2025-26 (out of 100, 50 = average player at his position).
What are Jacob Markstrom's career stats?
Over his NHL career, Jacob Markstrom has 586 games, 268 wins and 26 shutouts. His best season: 2021-22, with 37 wins.
Where was Jacob Markstrom drafted?
Jacob Markstrom was drafted 31st overall (round 2) by Florida Panthers in 2008.
How does Jacob Markstrom perform in the playoffs?
In the playoffs, Jacob Markstrom has 31 games and 14 wins in his career.
Which player is most similar to Jacob Markstrom?
Arturs Silovs: he is the player at his position whose PAL profile (the 0-to-100 dimensions) is closest to his in 2025-26.
Arturs Silovs's page →What is Jacob Markstrom's nationality?
Jacob Markstrom is Swedish. Internationally: Sweden: silver medal at the 2009 World Junior Championships (led goaltenders with .946 SV%, Directorate award for best goaltender), bronze medal at the 2010 World Junior Championships, 2013 World Championship winner.
What awards has Jacob Markstrom won?
Directorate award — Best goaltender, 2009 World Junior Championships ; Named to the NHL All-Star Game (replacement) — 2020 ; Vezina Trophy finalist — 2022 ; Led the Elitserien in save percentage and goals-against average — 2009–10 season.
How many championships has Jacob Markstrom won?
2: World Championship winner with Sweden — 2013; Pacific Division title with the Calgary Flames — 2021–22 season.
Where did Jacob Markstrom play before turning pro?
Brynäs IF junior teams; played for the Brynäs IF junior team and signed a two-year contract with the Brynäs IF senior team on 12 May 2008.
See also: his Florida Panthers teammates
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