| Date | Team | Transaction | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2025 | Buffalo Sabres | Claimed on Waivers from St. Louis Blues | |
| Oct 6, 2025 | St. Louis Blues | Lost on Waivers to Buffalo Sabres | |
| Oct 5, 2025 | St. Louis Blues | Placed on Waivers | |
| Mar 6, 2025 | St. Louis Blues | Signed 2 years @ $775K AAV starting in 2025-26 | |
| Jun 11, 2024 | St. Louis Blues | Signed 1 year @ $775K AAV starting in 2024-25 | |
| Mar 1, 2021 | St. Louis Blues | Signed to an entry level contract. |
About Player Cards
Player cards present an infographic of a players performance. In this case it shows the player performance over a 3 season span. Each square is separated into three separate sub-boxes with the two smaller boxes on top representing the past two seasons and the larger box on the bottom representing the current or most recent season. This allows the reader to guage how consistent a player has been, and if early in the season it can help identify whether a players performance may be impacted by small sample size and subject to regression or is consistent with recent past performance.
Notes and Definitions
- The numbers represent percentiles so the higher the better.
- Percentiles are determined by comparing Forwards to Forwards and Defensemen to Defensemen.
- Bursts/mi are calculated from NHL Edge Data are are speed bursts above 20mpg per mile skated. The NHL doesn't adjust for ice time so the players that skate more will naturally have more bursts over 20, or at least more opportunity to have more. The NHL also does not provide ice time in the context of NHL Edge Statistics, however, it does provide distance skated. By adjusting for distance skated it will have a similar effect to adjusting for ice time but also adjust for situationional effect. For example, Players don't typically skate as much on the PK, mostly within the defensive zone, so don't get significant opportunity in that ice time to get speed bursts above 20mph. Adjusting with miles skates would account for this better than adjusting with ice time.
- Sh%AE is Shooting Percentage above Expected (Sh% - xSh%) and is an indicator of how good a shooter is at converting chances into goals.
- Relative statistics are On Ice - Off Ice statistics and can be an indicator of whether the player makes his teammates better or worse.
- All data is 5v5 except Shooting Hardest and Average, Skating Top Speed and Bursts/mi which are all situations, ES Average which is even strength (NHL doesn't give a specific definition).
Data Sources
- Salary data is from TheStanleyCap.com
- Shooting and Skating (except Sh%AE) are from NHL Edge
- Other statistics are from Puckalytics.com and derived from data from NHL.com
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5v5 Goalie Stats
| Season | Team(s) | GP | TOI | SAA/60 | SA/60 | xGA/60 | GA/60 | GS/60 | Sv% | xSv% | Sv%AE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | BUF | 1 | 42:49 | 56.05 | 33.63 | 3.03 | 2.80 | 0.23 | 91.67 | 90.98 | 0.68 |
4v5 Goalie Stats
| Season | Team(s) | GP | TOI | SAA/60 | SA/60 | xGA/60 | GA/60 | GS/60 | Sv% | xSv% | Sv%AE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | BUF | 1 | 4:00 | 30.00 | 15.00 | 4.06 | 0.00 | 4.06 | 100.00 | 72.90 | 27.10 |
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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Lindy Ruff jokes Buffalo Sabres goalie's injury is 'old man back' at Sabres Noise (Tue Oct 28, 2025)
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Michael Kesselring expected to debut this week with Sabres, Colten Ellis makes quick return at Sabres Space (Tue Oct 28, 2025)
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Sabres goalies Colten Ellis, Alex Lyon and UPL all battling for starts at Sabres Space (Tue Oct 28, 2025)
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Sabres goalies Colten Ellis, Alex Lyon and UPL all battling for starts at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Mon Oct 27, 2025)
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Sabres put up fight, lose to Maple Leafs in OT; UPL replaces injured Colten Ellis at Sabres Space (Sun Oct 26, 2025)
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Sabres put up fight, lose to Maple Leafs in OT; UPL replaces injured Colten Ellis at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Sat Oct 25, 2025)
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Buffalo Sabres solution for goalie dilemma is clear (but is easier said than done) at Sabres Noise (Sat Oct 25, 2025)
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Mike Harrington: A sparkling debut from Colten Ellis adds to Sabres’ good goaltending problem at Sabres Space (Fri Oct 24, 2025)
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Colten Ellis' brilliant debut puts Buffalo Sabres in a tough spot at goalie at Sabres Noise (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Sabres News & Rumors: Ellis Shines, Quinn Leads & Injury Report at The Hockey Writers (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Sabres' Colten Ellis took awesome rookie lap then proved he belongs in the NHL at Sabres Noise (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Jack’s Daily: Questionable Forwards; Devils Win Again; Ellis’ NHL Debut at Chicago Hockey Now (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Sabres goalie Colten Ellis earns first NHL start, will face Detroit Red Wings at Sabres Space (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Goalie Colten Ellis dazzles in NHL debut, backstops Sabres to win at Sabres Space (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Making history in the crease: Buffalo Sabres’ Colten Ellis becomes first Cape Breton-born goaltender to play, earn a victory in the NHL at Sabres Space (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Colten Ellis stops 27 shots in NHL debut as Sabres beat Red Wings 4-2 at Sabres Space (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Strong third period & stellar debut from Colten Ellis lift Buffalo Sabres to 4-2 win over Detroit Red Wings at Sabres Space (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Sabres rally to victory with rookie Colten Ellis in goal against division-leading Red Wings at Sabres Space (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Goalie Colten Ellis dazzles in NHL debut, backstops Sabres to win at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Wings Blows a Tire, Sabres Win 4-2 at Die by the Blade (Thu Oct 23, 2025)
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Red Wings-Sabres Tweetcap: Tough go for Detroit in Buffalo as Sabres double up Wings, 4-2 at The Malik Report (Wed Oct 22, 2025)
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Red Wings Look to Keep Win Streak Alive With Road Game vs. Sabres at The Hockey Writers (Wed Oct 22, 2025)
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Red Wings can't underestimate a rookie goaltender making his NHL debut at Octopus Thrower (Wed Oct 22, 2025)
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Sabres goalie Colten Ellis to make first start; Buffalo to make lineup change after roster move at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Wed Oct 22, 2025)
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Colten Ellis talks Buffalo Sabres, NHL debut: 'Super grateful' at Sabres Noise (Wed Oct 22, 2025)
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Sabres notes: Colten Ellis standing out in Buffalo, will get chance to play at Sabres Space (Fri Oct 10, 2025)
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Sabres notes: Colten Ellis standing out in Buffalo, will get chance to play at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Thu Oct 9, 2025)
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Cape Breton’s Colten Ellis makes supporters proud after cracking Buffalo Sabres opening-night roster at Sabres Space (Thu Oct 9, 2025)
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Blues former goaltending prospect might get a legitimate chance at NHL action with new team at Bleedin' Blue (Wed Oct 8, 2025)
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Colten Ellis ‘super excited for the opportunity’ in Sabres net at Sabres Space (Wed Oct 8, 2025)
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As excited Colten Ellis arrives in Buffalo for first chance, Sabres waive goalie at Sabres Space (Wed Oct 8, 2025)
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Colten Ellis now set to back up Alex Lyon in Buffalo at Sabres Space (Wed Oct 8, 2025)
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As excited Colten Ellis arrives in Buffalo for first chance, Sabres waive goalie at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Tue Oct 7, 2025)
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Blues Were Hoping To Keep Colten Ellis In Organization, Happy He Gets Opportunity In NHL at Yahoo Sports NHL (Tue Oct 7, 2025)
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Sabres Dealing With Key Injuries Heading Into Season, Claim Ellis Off Waivers at The Hockey Writers (Tue Oct 7, 2025)
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Sabres Notes: Ellis Claimed On Waivers, Five Placed On IR at Yahoo Sports NHL (Tue Oct 7, 2025)
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Sabres claim rookie goalie Colten Ellis off waivers from Blues, finalize roster at Sabres Space (Tue Oct 7, 2025)
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Sabres claim goalie Colten Ellis off waivers from Blues at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Mon Oct 6, 2025)
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Sabres claim rookie goalie Colten Ellis off waivers from Blues, finalize roster at Buffalo Hockey Beat (Mon Oct 6, 2025)
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Sabres Claim Blues Goalie Colten Ellis Off Waivers; Skinner Clears at Yahoo Sports NHL (Mon Oct 6, 2025)
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The Blues made a mistake by not letting Colten Ellis get a rep in against Dallas at Bleedin' Blue (Wed Oct 1, 2025)
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Colten Ellis has to be ready to save the Blues at a moment’s notice at Bleedin' Blue (Wed Sep 10, 2025)
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Blues Prospects Who Could Make a Great Impression at Training Camp at The Hockey Writers (Fri Aug 22, 2025)
Current Contract
Standard Contract (RFA) ( )  (0 ratings)
Standard Contract (RFA) ( )  (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 23 | $775,000 | $775,000 | - | - | $775,000 | $775,000 | $85,000 | RFA | ||
| Total | - | - | $775,000 | $775,000 | $85,000 |
Entry Level Contract ( )  (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-22 | 20 | $850,833 | $925,000 | $82,500 | $92,500 | $750,000 | $842,500 | $70,000 | ELC | ||
| 2022-23 | 21 | $850,833 | $925,000 | $82,500 | $92,500 | $750,000 | $842,500 | $70,000 | ELC | ||
| 2023-24 | 22 | $850,833 | $925,000 | $57,500 | $92,500 | $775,000 | $867,500 | $70,000 | ELC | ||
| Total | $222,500 | $277,500 | $2,275,000 | $2,552,500 | $210,000 |
Career Statistics
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||||||||
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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% |
| 2013-14 | NSU15MHL | 13 | 2.08 | 5 | 5.29 | |||||||||||||||
| 2014-15 | NSU15MHL | 24 | 21 | 3 | 39 | 1.61 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 0.00 | |||||||||
| 2015-16 | NSU18MHL | 18 | 5 | 12 | 582 | 64 | 3.70 | 0.890 | 2 | 1 | 58 | 11 | 5.84 | 0.810 | ||||||
| 2016-17 | QMJHL | 3 | 2 | 52 | 6 | 2.50 | 0.885 | |||||||||||||
| 2016-17 | NSU18MHL | 15 | 14 | 1 | 388 | 31 | 2.05 | 0.920 | 9 | 12 | 2 | 429 | 30 | 1.86 | 0.930 | |||||
| 2017-18 | QMJHL | 51 | 33 | 8 | 6 | 1278 | 111 | 2.35 | 0.913 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 182 | 21 | 3.12 | 0.885 | ||||
| 2017-18 | WJC-18 | 2 | 2 | 62 | 7 | 3.50 | 0.887 | |||||||||||||
| 2018-19 | QMJHL | 46 | 27 | 15 | 2 | 1214 | 109 | 2.47 | 0.910 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 356 | 29 | 2.36 | 0.919 | ||||
| 2019-20 | QMJHL | 29 | 18 | 7 | 3 | 705 | 68 | 2.41 | 0.904 | |||||||||||
| 2020-21 | QMJHL | 24 | 23 | 1 | 581 | 43 | 1.78 | 0.926 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 168 | 23 | 3.11 | 0.863 | |||||
| 2021-22 | AHL | 6 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 191 | 23 | 3.93 | 0.880 | |||||||||||
| 2021-22 | ECHL | 34 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 1141 | 108 | 3.21 | 0.905 | |||||||||||
| 2022-23 | ECHL | 27 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 788 | 88 | 3.46 | 0.888 | |||||||||||
| 2023-24 | AHL | 16 | 7 | 9 | 605 | 46 | 2.89 | 0.924 | ||||||||||||
| 2023-24 | ECHL | 21 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 614 | 47 | 2.45 | 0.923 | |||||||||||
| 2024-25 | AHL | 42 | 22 | 14 | 2 | 1359 | 106 | 2.63 | 0.922 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 104 | 7 | 2.32 | 0.933 | |||
| 2025-26 | NHL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 31 | 2 | 2.00 | 0.935 | ||||||||||||
| NHL Career | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 2.00 | 0.935 | |||||||||||
