EA Sports Reveals NHL 26’s Top 10 Goalies

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EA Sports has finally unveiled the definitive roster of the Top 10 highest-rated goalkeepers in NHL 26, showcasing a group of star netminders. As we approach the imminent release of this year’s installment in the long-running ice hockey series, EA Sports has been pulling out all the stops for the latest NHL title. In addition to significant changes to the beloved “Be A Pro” game mode and numerous on-ice adjustments, EA Sports is putting the spotlight on one of the game’s crucial roles this time around.

In simpler terms, the upcoming NHL 26 game has hinted at numerous improvements it plans to bring, focusing on enhancing the “ICE-Q” system that debuted last year. The updated version, dubbed “ICE-Q 2.0,” is expected to offer more nuanced and comprehensive insights into real-life NHL players’ on-ice behavior, achieved by using infrared cameras to monitor players in every NHL arena. Notably, goaltenders are set to benefit significantly from these updates, with the inclusion of 81 new animations designed to make it easier for them to pull off crucial saves. Moreover, a fresh ranking system is now showcasing the top-tier goalies in NHL 26.

In the morning of Wednesday, EA Sports unveiled the ranking of the top 10 goalkeepers for NHL 26, with a distinguished goaltender taking the first position. The Winnipeg Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck tops the list of NHL 26 goalkeepers, boasting an impressive overall rating of 94, closely followed by Andrei Vasilevskiy of Tampa Bay Lightning who ranks second with a 93 overall. The third and fourth spots are secured by two goalkeepers from New York-based teams: Igor Shesterkin of the Rangers in third place and Ilya Sorokin of the Islanders in fourth. Lastly, Sergei Bobrovsky, the defending Stanley Cup champion, wraps up the top 5 goalkeepers for NHL 26.

NHL 26 Reveals Top 10 Goalies

  1. Connor Hellebuyck, Winnipeg Jets (94 Overall)
  2. Andrei Vasilevskiy, Tampa Bay Lightning (93 Overall)
  3. Igor Shesterkin, New York Rangers (92 Overall)
  4. Ilya Sorokin, New York Islanders (91 Overall)
  5. Sergei Bobrovsky, Florida Panthers (90 Overall)
  6. Jake Oettinger, Dallas Stars (90 Overall)
  7. Filip Gustavsson, Minnesota Wild (89 Overall)
  8. Thatcher Demko, Vancouver Canucks (88 Overall)
  9. Juuse Saros, Nashville Predators (88 Overall)
  10. Darcy Kuemper, Los Angeles Kings (87 Overall)

In the upcoming game, NHL 26, the top-ranked goalies are highlighted, with Connor Hellebuyck leading the pack after an exceptional season in 2024-25. This outstanding year earned him both the Vezina Trophy, awarded to the NHL’s top goaltender, and the Hart Memorial Trophy, recognizing him as the league’s MVP. Hellebuyck made history by becoming the first goalie since the 2014-15 season to claim the prestigious title of overall league MVP – a title previously held by Carey Price of the Montreal Canadiens. NHL 26 is set to launch on September 12.

The upcoming game, NHL 26, is poised to entice fans with a host of fresh features that promise to reinvigorate the annual franchise. Notably, the revamped Be A Pro mode promises an all-new narrative, complete with a diverse array of new cutscenes and more engaging draft day and award ceremonies.

For the first time in the series’ history, NHL 26 will incorporate voice-acted scenes into the Be A Pro mode. Additionally, significant alterations to the conversation system have been made, with real consequences now factoring into interactions. Fans won’t have long to wait before they can strap on their skates and jump headfirst into everything new that NHL 26 has to offer.

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2025-08-27 20:17