Charlie Lindgren
| Position | Goaltender | Current Team | Washington Capitals |
| Catches | Right | Current Contract | 3 years |
| Height | 6'2" | Expires | 2027-28 |
| Weight (lbs) | 190 | Expiry Age (Jun 30) | 34 |
| Age | 31 (Dec 18, 1993) | Expiry Status | UFA |
| Drafted | Undrafted |
| Date | Team | Transaction | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 2025 | Washington Capitals | Signed 3 years @ $3.000M AAV starting in 2025-26 | |
| Jan 18, 2025 | Washington Capitals | Activated from IR | |
| Jan 11, 2025 | Washington Capitals | Placed on IR | |
| Jul 13, 2022 | Washington Capitals | Signed 3 years @ $1.100M AAV starting in 2022-23 | |
| Jul 29, 2021 | St. Louis Blues | Signed 1 year @ $750K AAV starting in 2021-22 | |
| Feb 13, 2018 | Montreal Canadiens | Signed 3 years @ $750K AAV starting in 2018-19 | |
| Jul 6, 2017 | Montreal Canadiens | Signed 1 year @ $700K AAV starting in 2017-18 | |
| Mar 30, 2016 | Montreal Canadiens | Signed to an entry level contract. |
5v5 Goalie Stats
| Season | Team(s) | GP | TOI | SAA/60 | SA/60 | xGA/60 | GA/60 | GS/60 | Sv% | xSv% | Sv%AE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-16 | MTL | 1 | 56:11 | 35.24 | 25.63 | 2.30 | 2.14 | 0.17 | 91.67 | 91.02 | 0.65 |
| 2016-17 | MTL | 2 | 111:25 | 37.70 | 28.54 | 2.16 | 1.62 | 0.54 | 94.34 | 92.43 | 1.91 |
| 2017-18 | MTL | 14 | 674:43 | 44.73 | 31.48 | 2.74 | 2.31 | 0.42 | 92.66 | 91.31 | 1.34 |
| 2018-19 | MTL | 1 | 57:41 | 54.09 | 41.61 | 3.52 | 5.20 | -1.68 | 87.50 | 91.54 | -4.04 |
| 2019-20 | MTL | 6 | 268:58 | 40.60 | 28.55 | 2.50 | 2.68 | -0.17 | 90.62 | 91.23 | -0.61 |
| 2021-22 | STL | 4 | 201:44 | 41.64 | 28.85 | 2.45 | 1.49 | 0.96 | 94.85 | 91.51 | 3.33 |
| 2022-23 | WSH | 31 | 1353:38 | 41.13 | 29.52 | 2.58 | 2.88 | -0.30 | 90.24 | 91.27 | -1.03 |
| 2023-24 | WSH | 50 | 2302:05 | 42.82 | 28.62 | 2.44 | 2.35 | 0.09 | 91.80 | 91.49 | 0.31 |
| 2024-25 | WSH | 39 | 1810:10 | 37.46 | 24.13 | 2.08 | 2.49 | -0.41 | 89.70 | 91.38 | -1.69 |
4v5 Goalie Stats
| Season | Team(s) | GP | TOI | SAA/60 | SA/60 | xGA/60 | GA/60 | GS/60 | Sv% | xSv% | Sv%AE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-16 | MTL | 1 | 0:39 | 92.31 | 0.00 | 12.57 | 0.00 | 12.57 | - | - | - |
| 2016-17 | MTL | 2 | 1:44 | 34.62 | 34.62 | 5.04 | 0.00 | 5.04 | 100.00 | 85.43 | 14.57 |
| 2017-18 | MTL | 14 | 70:58 | 82.86 | 59.18 | 7.78 | 10.15 | -2.37 | 82.86 | 86.86 | -4.00 |
| 2018-19 | MTL | 1 | 2:00 | 150.00 | 120.00 | 16.95 | 0.00 | 16.95 | 100.00 | 85.87 | 14.13 |
| 2019-20 | MTL | 6 | 30:33 | 86.42 | 58.92 | 7.53 | 5.89 | 1.64 | 90.00 | 87.22 | 2.78 |
| 2021-22 | STL | 4 | 12:01 | 69.90 | 59.92 | 7.53 | 0.00 | 7.53 | 100.00 | 87.43 | 12.57 |
| 2022-23 | WSH | 31 | 115:24 | 77.47 | 55.11 | 7.62 | 6.76 | 0.86 | 87.74 | 86.18 | 1.56 |
| 2023-24 | WSH | 50 | 199:14 | 88.24 | 60.23 | 8.34 | 6.93 | 1.42 | 88.50 | 86.15 | 2.35 |
| 2024-25 | WSH | 39 | 187:30 | 79.04 | 49.60 | 7.31 | 5.76 | 1.55 | 88.39 | 85.27 | 3.12 |
Legend
| Percentile 0-25 | Percentile 25-50 | Percentile 50-75 | Percentile 75-100 |
Glossary
| Statistic | Definition |
|---|---|
| SAA/60 | Shot Attempts Against per 60 minutes. |
| SA/60 | Shots Against per 60 minutes. |
| xGA/60 | Expected Goals Against per 60 minutes. |
| GA/60 | Goals Against per 60 minutes (lower is better). |
| GS/60 | Goals Saved per 60 minutes (xGA/60 -GA/60). |
| Sv% | Save Percentage. |
| xSv% | Expected Save Percentage. |
| Sv%AE | Save Percentage above Expected (Sv% - xSv%). |
News and Opinions
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Washington Capitals announce roster for preseason game in Hershey against Philadelphia Flyers at Russian Machine Never Breaks (Thu Sep 25, 2025)
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Charlie Lindgren replaces ‘Lindy’ on goalie mask with nickname he got from Alex Ovechkin at Russian Machine Never Breaks (Mon Sep 22, 2025)
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Capitals call Brandon Duhaime the best chirper on the team: ‘They don’t always make sense, they’re just always funny’ at Russian Machine Never Breaks (Sat Sep 20, 2025)
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2025-26 Fantasy Hockey Rankings: Goalie Tiers — Does Drafting an Elite Guy Really Matter? at Yahoo Sports NHL (Fri Sep 12, 2025)
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Charlie Lindgren debuts new pads at Capitals’ informal skate at Russian Machine Never Breaks (Thu Sep 11, 2025)
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Metro Moves: 2025-26 Washington Capitals preview at Pens Burgh (Mon Sep 8, 2025)
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Charlie Lindgren and Declan Chisholm among latest Capitals to join informal skates at Russian Machine Never Breaks (Sat Sep 6, 2025)
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Ranking NHL Teams By Goaltenders at The Hockey Writers (Wed Sep 3, 2025)
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Capitals release promotional schedule for 2025-26 season. Highlights include a Caps pride jersey, Ovi-Wan-Kenobi bobblehead, and a Pierre-Luc Dubois-designed hat. at Russian Machine Never Breaks (Thu Aug 28, 2025)
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are nearly as cool as these Capitals Couples at Stars and Sticks (Wed Aug 27, 2025)
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are nearly as cool as these Capitals Couples at Stars and Sticks (Wed Aug 27, 2025)
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Blue Jackets Must Learn Important Lessons From Capitals at The Hockey Writers (Fri Jul 25, 2025)
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The Carolina Hurricanes secure home ice by earning a point in a shootout loss to the Washington Capitals at Cardiac Cane (Fri Apr 11, 2025)
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Devils Fall to Capitals 6-5 in Final Meeting of the Season at Devils Army (Sun Dec 1, 2024)
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Devils Power Play Helps Secure 3-2 Victory Over Capitals at Devils Army (Sun Nov 24, 2024)
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Capitals’ New Players Making Immediate Impact at Washington Hockey Now (Thu Oct 17, 2024)
Current Contract
Standard Contract (UFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
Standard Contract (UFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | 28 | $1,100,000 | $1,100,000 | - | - | $1,200,000 | $1,200,000 | $1,200,000 | UFA | ||
| 2023-24 | 29 | $1,100,000 | $1,100,000 | - | - | $1,100,000 | $1,100,000 | $1,100,000 | UFA | ||
| 2024-25 | 30 | $1,100,000 | $1,100,000 | - | - | $1,000,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,000,000 | UFA | ||
| Total | - | - | $3,300,000 | $3,300,000 | $3,300,000 |
Standard Contract (UFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-22 | 27 | $750,000 | $750,000 | - | - | $750,000 | $750,000 | $300,000 | UFA | ||
| Total | - | - | $750,000 | $750,000 | $300,000 |
Standard Contract (RFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 24 | $750,000 | $750,000 | - | $50,000 | $700,000 | $750,000 | $750,000 | RFA-arb | ||
| 2019-20 | 25 | $750,000 | $750,000 | - | $50,000 | $700,000 | $750,000 | $750,000 | RFA-arb | ||
| 2020-21 | 26 | $750,000 | $750,000 | - | $50,000 | $700,000 | $750,000 | $750,000 | RFA-arb | ||
| Total | - | $150,000 | $2,100,000 | $2,250,000 | $2,250,000 |
Standard Contract (RFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | 23 | $700,000 | $700,000 | - | - | $700,000 | $700,000 | $115,000 | 10.2(c) | ||
| Total | - | - | $700,000 | $700,000 | $115,000 |
Entry Level Contract ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-16 | 21 | $925,000 | $925,000 | - | $92,500 | $832,500 | $925,000 | $70,000 | ELC | ||
| 2016-17 | 22 | $925,000 | $925,000 | - | $92,500 | $832,500 | $925,000 | $70,000 | ELC | ||
| Total | - | $185,000 | $1,665,000 | $1,850,000 | $140,000 |
Career Statistics
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| Season | League | Team | GP | GS | W | L | OTL | SA | GA | GAA | Sv% | GP | GS | W | L | OTL | SA | GA | GAA | Sv% |
| 2009-10 | USHS-MN | Lakeville North High | 15 | 3.13 | 0.877 | 2 | 1.04 | 0.967 | ||||||||||||
| 2010-11 | USHS-MN | Lakeville North High | 18 | 3.30 | 0.905 | 3 | 0.57 | 0.978 | ||||||||||||
| 2010-11 | UMHSEHL | Team MAP South Hockey | 1 | 0.879 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2011-12 | USHL | Sioux Falls | 33 | 9 | 19 | 101 | 3.33 | |||||||||||||
| 2012-13 | USHL | Sioux Falls | 52 | 35 | 14 | 133 | 2.80 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 25 | 2.52 | ||||||||
| 2013-14 | NCHC | St. Cloud State | 10 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 2.42 | |||||||||||||
| 2014-15 | NCAA | St. Cloud State Univ. | 38 | 19 | 18 | 1041 | 84 | 2.26 | 0.919 | |||||||||||
| 2015-16 | NCAA | St. Cloud State Univ. | 40 | 30 | 9 | 1103 | 83 | 2.13 | 0.925 | |||||||||||
| 2015-16 | NHL | Montréal Canadiens | 1 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 2 | 2.00 | 0.929 | |||||||||||
| 2016-17 | NHL | Montréal Canadiens | 2 | 2 | 2 | 59 | 3 | 1.48 | 0.949 | |||||||||||
| 2016-17 | AHL | St. John's IceCaps | 48 | 24 | 18 | 7 | 1421 | 122 | 2.56 | 0.914 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 129 | 10 | 2.21 | 0.922 | |||
| 2017-18 | AHL | Laval Rocket | 37 | 8 | 19 | 11 | 1070 | 122 | 3.39 | 0.886 | ||||||||||
| 2017-18 | NHL | Montréal Canadiens | 14 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 457 | 42 | 3.03 | 0.908 | |||||||||
| 2018-19 | AHL | Laval Rocket | 33 | 11 | 14 | 7 | 783 | 91 | 2.94 | 0.884 | ||||||||||
| 2018-19 | NHL | Montréal Canadiens | 1 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 5 | 4.62 | 0.898 | |||||||||||
| 2019-20 | AHL | Laval Rocket | 16 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 383 | 41 | 2.67 | 0.893 | ||||||||||
| 2019-20 | NHL | Montréal Canadiens | 6 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 178 | 20 | 3.33 | 0.888 | ||||||||||
| 2020-21 | AHL | Laval Rocket | 3 | 2 | 1 | 62 | 7 | 2.34 | 0.887 | |||||||||||
| 2021-22 | NHL | St. Louis Blues | 5 | 5 | 5 | 118 | 5 | 1.22 | 0.958 | |||||||||||
| 2021-22 | AHL | Springfield Thunderbirds | 34 | 24 | 7 | 1 | 972 | 73 | 2.21 | 0.925 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 269 | 23 | 2.79 | 0.914 | ||
| 2022-23 | NHL | Washington Capitals | 31 | 31 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 853 | 86 | 3.05 | 0.899 | |||||||||
| 2023-24 | WC | USA | 2 | 1 | 1 | 58 | 4 | 2.03 | 0.931 | |||||||||||
| 2023-24 | NHL | Washington Capitals | 50 | 50 | 25 | 16 | 7 | 1431 | 127 | 2.67 | 0.911 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 103 | 14 | 3.58 | 0.864 | ||
| 2024-25 | NHL | Washington Capitals | 39 | 39 | 20 | 14 | 3 | 985 | 104 | 2.73 | 0.896 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 9.07 | 0.800 | |||
| NHL Career | 149 | 149 | 73 | 53 | 15 | 4158 | 394 | 2.78 | 0.906 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 108 | 15 | 3.73 | 0.861 | ||