Jake
Allen
G · NJD · Around average
- PAL
- 48
- WAR
- 2.7
- Value
- 46
- SV%
- .904
2025-26№ 21 / 98
Jake Allen (New Jersey Devils) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.
Jake Allen
HEIGHT : 188 cm · WEIGHT : 89 kg · CATCHES : L
Born : August 6, 1990 · Fredericton, Canada
Drafted : 2008 · STL · round 2, pick #34
Contract : $1,800,000 · 2025-26 → 2029-30 · Standard Contract (Extension) · UFA · Signing bonus $1,250,000NTC / M-NTC
NHL record
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | New Jersey Devils | 9 | 6 | 3 | 3.20 | .881 | 0 |
| 2025-26 | New Jersey Devils | 37 | 17 | 17 | 2.74 | .904 | 1 |
| 2024-25 | New Jersey Devils | 31 | 13 | 16 | 2.66 | .908 | 4 |
| 2023-24 | New Jersey Devils | 13 | 6 | 6 | 3.11 | .900 | 0 |
| 2023-24 | Montréal Canadiens | 21 | 6 | 12 | 3.65 | .892 | 0 |
| 2022-23 | Montréal Canadiens | 42 | 15 | 24 | 3.55 | .891 | 1 |
| 2021-22 | Montréal Canadiens | 35 | 9 | 20 | 3.30 | .905 | 2 |
| 2020-21 | Montréal Canadiens | 29 | 11 | 12 | 2.68 | .907 | 0 |
| 2019-20 | St. Louis Blues | 24 | 12 | 6 | 2.15 | .927 | 2 |
| 2018-19 | St. Louis Blues | 46 | 19 | 17 | 2.83 | .905 | 3 |
| 2017-18 | St. Louis Blues | 59 | 27 | 25 | 2.75 | .906 | 1 |
| 2016-17 | St. Louis Blues | 61 | 33 | 20 | 2.42 | .915 | 4 |
| 2015-16 | St. Louis Blues | 47 | 26 | 15 | 2.35 | .920 | 6 |
| 2014-15 | St. Louis Blues | 37 | 22 | 7 | 2.28 | .913 | 4 |
| 2012-13 | St. Louis Blues | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2.46 | .905 | 1 |
| NHL totals | 506 | 231 | 204 | 2.76 | .907 | 29 | |
Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | St. Louis Blues | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1.89 | .935 | 0 |
| 2018-19 | St. Louis Blues | 1 | — | — | 2.45 | .750 | 0 |
| 2016-17 | St. Louis Blues | 11 | 6 | 5 | 1.96 | .935 | 0 |
| 2015-16 | St. Louis Blues | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2.48 | .897 | 0 |
| 2014-15 | St. Louis Blues | 6 | 2 | 4 | 2.20 | .904 | 0 |
| 2011-12 | St. Louis Blues | 1 | — | — | 0.00 | .000 | 0 |
| Playoff totals | 29 | 11 | 11 | 2.06 | .924 | 0 | |
Honours
- 🏆 Stanley Cuponce · 2018-19
Jake Allen: our analysis
2025-26 season: 37 GP, 17 W, 17 L, .904 SV%, 2.74 GAA, 1 SO. WAR 2.7 (21st of 98) · PAL 48, around average.
In 2025-26, Jake Allen, 36, posts a PAL Rating of 48 out of 100 (around average), and his WAR of 2.7 ranks 21st among 98 regulars, in the top quarter.
His strengths: consistency (72, above average), impact (66, above average) and efficiency (65, above average). On the other hand, high danger (2, among the weakest in the league) holds him back.
GSAx: +7.6 (goals saved above expected).
A marked decline: his PAL was 76 in 2024-25, against 48 now; his WAR went from 3.1 to 2.7.
Contract-wise, his Value score of 46 (fair value) weighs his output against what he costs: 50 is what that salary should buy.
Jake Allen's story
Growing up in Fredericton, Jake Allen learned his trade locally, moving from Midget AAA into the QMJHL with the Saint John Fog Devils. When that franchise relocated to Verdun he continued his junior path there, and a mid-2009–10 move to Drummondville produced a standout finish that earned him the QMJHL's Jacques Plante Trophy.
Selected 34th overall in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft by the St. Louis Blues, Allen signed an entry-level deal later that year and saw his first NHL action during the 2012 playoffs. He spent time developing in the AHL and was recognised as the league's top goaltender for 2013–14 with the Aldege "Baz" Bastien Award before becoming a regular NHL contributor.
Allen's years in St. Louis included individual highs and slumps: a shutout in March 2016 that helped set a club record for consecutive minutes without conceding, midseason struggles followed by short resurgences, and ultimately being part of the Blues' 2019 Stanley Cup-winning roster. Traded to the Montreal Canadiens in September 2020, he signed an extension there and alternated between starting and backup duties, earning team honours for his regular-season role.
In Montreal he stepped up during Carey Price's absences, produced notable performances such as a 45-save shutout in San Jose, and endured injuries that interrupted his campaigns. A March 2024 trade sent him to the New Jersey Devils, where he debuted with a 35-save win shortly after arriving and later reached his 200th career victory.
In net, Allen is known for regrouping after poor stretches and delivering concentrated, high-save games when needed. His résumé combines AHL excellence, extended NHL service with multiple organisations, and the experience of playoff and Cup success that have shaped his pragmatic, resilient approach to goaltending.
Facts drawn from Wikipédia, told in our own words.
Advanced stats
- Starts
- 9
- Shots against
- 244
- Saves
- 215
- %ARR / SV%
- 88.1 %
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Trend
Trend
Stable
- Goals saved above expected per 100 shots: -0.82 in 22-23, +0.48 in 25-26
- PAL Rating: 76 → 48
Outlook, age included
↘ Slight declineAge 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
2.7
wins above replacement
21 of 98
PAL Rating
48/ 100
Performance · Around average
37 of 74 at the position
Value Rating
46/ 100
Fair value
1.80 M$ · expected PAL 50
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- Efficiency
- 65
- Impact
- 66
- High danger
- 2
- Consistency
- 72
- Workload
- 52
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 | 2.7 | 48 | 46 | 1.80 M$ |
| 2024-25 | NJD | 3.1 | 76 | 70 | 3.85 M$ |
| 2023-24 | NJD | 0.2 | 34 | 28 | 3.85 M$ |
| 2022-23 | MTL | -1.3 | 15 | 14 | 2.88 M$ |
WAR, 2025-26
How it's calculated →Wins added to the team, compared with a replacement-level player called up from the AHL.
2.7
wins above replacement
-0.6 to 4.6 — 90% interval
21 of 98 goalies
+14.3 goals above replacement
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- Goals saved above expected
- +7.6
- Average → replacement
- +6.8
In goals.
| Season | Team | GP | WAR | 90% interval | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | NJD | 37 | 2.7 | -0.6 to 4.6 | 21/98 |
| 2024-25 | NJD | 28 | 3.1 | 0.1 to 5.8 | 17/99 |
| 2023-24 | NJD | 34 | 0.2 | -2.3 to 2.5 | 57/98 |
| 2022-23 | MTL | 42 | -1.3 | -4.6 to 1.4 | 98/107 |
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 %
- .88132nd percentileleague avg. .890
- High-danger save %
- .77833rd percentileleague avg. .804
- Games above .900
- 44.4 %45th percentileleague avg. 45.8 %
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- Goal support per game
- 3.4275th percentileleague avg. 3.07
- Goal differential per 60
- 0.2258th 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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PHIJake Allen: frequently asked questions
What is Jake Allen's record in 2026-27?
Jake Allen has 6 wins in 9 games in 2026-27, with a .881 save percentage and a 3.20 goals-against average.
How old is Jake Allen?
Jake Allen is 36 years old: he was born on August 7, 1990.
How tall is Jake Allen, and how much does he weigh?
Jake Allen is 6'2" (188 cm) and weighs 196 lb (89 kg).
Where is Jake Allen from?
Canada: Jake Allen was born in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada.
What team does Jake Allen play for?
Jake Allen plays for the New Jersey Devils in the NHL, at G, wearing number 34.
Is Jake Allen injured?
No: Jake Allen is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.
How good is Jake Allen?
Jake Allen produced 2.7 wins above replacement (WAR) in 2025-26, 21st of 98 players at his position in the NHL. His PAL rating is 48 out of 100: around average for his position.
How much does Jake Allen make?
Jake Allen earns $1.8M for the 2025-26 season. His Value Rating is 46 out of 100 (fair value): it measures the on-field return for that salary, compared with players at his position.
When does Jake Allen's contract end?
Jake Allen's contract runs through the 2029-30 season; he will then be an unrestricted free agent. It includes a NTC / M-NTC clause.
Is Jake Allen overpaid?
Neither: he delivers about what his salary should buy. His Value rating is 46 out of 100 (fair value), where 50 is the output expected for his salary, compared with players at his position.
Is Jake Allen a top-10 player at his position?
No: by WAR, he ranks 21st 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 Jake Allen getting better?
No, he is slipping: his PAL rating went from 76 in 2024-25 to 48 in 2025-26 (out of 100, 50 = average player at his position).
What are Jake Allen's career stats?
Over his NHL career, Jake Allen has 506 games, 231 wins and 29 shutouts. His best season: 2016-17, with 33 wins.
Where was Jake Allen drafted?
Jake Allen was drafted 34th overall (round 2) by St. Louis Blues in 2008.
How does Jake Allen perform in the playoffs?
In the playoffs, Jake Allen has 29 games and 11 wins in his career.
Which player is most similar to Jake Allen?
Filip Gustavsson: he is the player at his position whose PAL profile (the 0-to-100 dimensions) is closest to his in 2025-26.
Filip Gustavsson's page →Is Jake Allen married?
Yes, married to Shannon.
What is Jake Allen's nationality?
Jake Allen is Canadian. Internationally: Represented Canada at the 2008 IIHF World U18 Championships (gold; named top goaltender and tournament MVP) and at the 2010 World Junior Championships (silver).
What awards has Jake Allen won?
Jacques Plante Memorial Trophy — QMJHL goaltender of the year (2009–10) ; Aldege "Baz" Bastien Memorial Award — AHL best goaltender (2013–14) ; Jacques Beauchamp Molson Trophy — team recipient (2020–21 season) ; Named top goaltender at the IIHF World U18 Championships (2008) ; Named tournament MVP at the IIHF World U18 Championships (2008).
How many championships has Jake Allen won?
3: Stanley Cup 2019 with the St. Louis Blues; Gold medal at the 2008 IIHF World U18 Championships with Team Canada; Silver medal at the 2010 World Junior Championships with Team Canada.
Where did Jake Allen play before turning pro?
Midget AAA Fredericton Canadiens; selected in the 3rd round of the 2007 QMJHL draft by the St. John's Fog Devils; played one season with the Fog Devils before the club relocated for 2008–09 to become the Montreal Junior Hockey Club; traded in January 2010 to the Drummondville Voltigeurs (2009–10 season)..
See also: his New Jersey Devils teammates
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