Kevin Lankinen
| Position | Goaltender | Current Team | Vancouver Canucks |
| Catches | Left | Current Contract | 5 years |
| Height | 6'2" | Expires | 2029-30 |
| Weight (lbs) | 190 | Expiry Age (Jun 30) | 35 |
| Age | 30 (Apr 28, 1995) | Expiry Status | UFA |
| Drafted | Undrafted |
| Date | Team | Transaction | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2025 | Vancouver Canucks | Signed 5 years @ $4.500M AAV starting in 2025-26 | |
| Sep 21, 2024 | Vancouver Canucks | Signed 1 year @ $875K AAV starting in 2024-25 | |
| Mar 3, 2023 | Nashville Predators | Signed 1 year @ $2.000M AAV starting in 2023-24 | |
| Jun 14, 2022 | Nashville Predators | Signed 1 year @ $1.500M AAV starting in 2022-23 | |
| Apr 2, 2020 | Chicago Blackhawks | Signed 2 years @ $800K AAV starting in 2020-21 | |
| May 21, 2018 | Chicago Blackhawks | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | CHI | 37 | 1743:37 | 42.67 | 32.59 | 2.68 | 2.48 | 0.21 | 92.40 | 91.76 | 0.63 |
| 2021-22 | CHI | 31 | 1455:53 | 42.49 | 31.69 | 2.52 | 3.05 | -0.53 | 90.38 | 92.06 | -1.69 |
| 2022-23 | NSH | 19 | 873:56 | 44.63 | 31.10 | 2.70 | 2.33 | 0.36 | 92.49 | 91.33 | 1.16 |
| 2023-24 | NSH | 23 | 923:15 | 40.75 | 30.35 | 2.48 | 2.01 | 0.47 | 93.36 | 91.82 | 1.55 |
| 2024-25 | VAN | 51 | 2432:47 | 39.44 | 25.35 | 2.21 | 2.39 | -0.19 | 90.56 | 91.30 | -0.74 |
| 2025-26 | VAN | 11 | 518:23 | 46.88 | 30.79 | 3.03 | 2.55 | 0.48 | 91.73 | 90.17 | 1.56 |
4v5 Goalie Stats
| Season | Team(s) | GP | TOI | SAA/60 | SA/60 | xGA/60 | GA/60 | GS/60 | Sv% | xSv% | Sv%AE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | CHI | 37 | 138:46 | 78.69 | 62.26 | 6.82 | 9.51 | -2.69 | 84.72 | 89.04 | -4.32 |
| 2021-22 | CHI | 31 | 125:23 | 78.96 | 57.90 | 6.83 | 8.14 | -1.30 | 85.95 | 88.20 | -2.25 |
| 2022-23 | NSH | 19 | 75:23 | 96.31 | 69.25 | 9.17 | 10.35 | -1.18 | 85.06 | 86.76 | -1.70 |
| 2023-24 | NSH | 23 | 85:16 | 76.70 | 53.48 | 8.19 | 12.67 | -4.47 | 76.32 | 84.68 | -8.37 |
| 2024-25 | VAN | 51 | 225:13 | 75.66 | 52.22 | 7.74 | 4.53 | 3.21 | 91.33 | 85.18 | 6.15 |
| 2025-26 | VAN | 11 | 47:39 | 75.55 | 54.14 | 8.67 | 16.37 | -7.70 | 69.77 | 83.98 | -14.21 |
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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3 Canucks Stars of the Week: Quinn Hughes contributes 7 points in two games despite injury at Canucks Army (Mon Nov 17, 2025)
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The Stanchies: Quinn Hughes plays hero as Canucks score six unanswered vs. Lightning at Canucks Army (Mon Nov 17, 2025)
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Canucks News & Rumours: Pettersson, Lankinen & Sasson at The Hockey Writers (Sat Nov 15, 2025)
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The Stanchies: Lankinen’s big night, shot volume issues, and let’s talk about the Rutherford interview at Canucks Army (Sat Nov 15, 2025)
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Instant Reaction: Canucks hang on for 60 minutes, but fall to Hurricanes in OT 4-3 at Canucks Army (Fri Nov 14, 2025)
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‘You want to be the guy’: Lankinen ready to help lead Canucks to better results with more consistent workload at Canucks Army (Fri Nov 14, 2025)
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Canucks Game Day: Lankinen starts, Hughes a game-time decision for Canucks vs. Hurricanes at Canucks Army (Fri Nov 14, 2025)
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What are the Canucks’ goaltending options with Thatcher Demko sidelined? at Canucks Army (Wed Nov 12, 2025)
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The Stanchies: Hughes and Pettersson look sharp in Canucks’ 5-4 OT loss to Avalanche at Canucks Army (Mon Nov 10, 2025)
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Lankinen starts for Canucks vs. Avalanche; Foote says Demko should return Tuesday at Canucks Army (Sun Nov 9, 2025)
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GAME DAY #17: Canucks vs Colorado Avalanche Nov 9, 2025 at Nucks Misconduct (Sun Nov 9, 2025)
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The Stanchies: Brock Boeser scores game-winning goal in Canucks’ win over Blue Jackets at Canucks Army (Sun Nov 9, 2025)
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Scenes from morning skate: Lankinen starts, DPetey replaces Joseph as Canucks host Blue Jackets at Canucks Army (Sat Nov 8, 2025)
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The Stanchies: Kane’s 10 shots on goal not enough as Canucks fall to Blackhawks at Canucks Army (Thu Nov 6, 2025)
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Scenes from morning skate: Garland returns, Lankinen starts for Canucks vs. Blackhawks at Canucks Army (Wed Nov 5, 2025)
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Predicting The Outcome Of The Canucks’ Upcoming Four-Game Homestand at Yahoo Sports NHL (Wed Nov 5, 2025)
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Vancouver Canucks News & Rumours: Sherwood, Lankinen & Boeser at The Hockey Writers (Fri Oct 31, 2025)
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The Stanchies: Sherwood goes hat trick-or-treating in Canucks’ win over Blues at Canucks Army (Fri Oct 31, 2025)
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Instant Reaction: Sherwood scores hat trick in Canucks’ shootout win vs. Blues at Canucks Army (Thu Oct 30, 2025)
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7 Takeaways From Canucks’ First 11 Games of 2025-26 Season at The Hockey Writers (Wed Oct 29, 2025)
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Vancouver Canucks Goalie Kevin Lankinen Announces Life-Changing News on Social Media at Canucks Daily (Tue Oct 28, 2025)
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The Stanchies: Canucks waste vintage Pettersson performance in 4-3 loss to Canadiens at Canucks Army (Sun Oct 26, 2025)
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Kevin Lankinen Fires Back at Disrespectful Rankings Taking Shots at the Vancouver Canucks Goalie Tandem at Canucks Daily (Wed Sep 10, 2025)
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How should the Canucks split up Thatcher Demko and Kevin Lankinen’s starts? at Canucks Army (Wed Sep 3, 2025)
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Breakout Star Kevin Lankinen Set for Reduced Role With the Vancouver Canucks at Canucks Daily (Tue Aug 19, 2025)
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Canucks: What does a successful 2025-26 look like for Kevin Lankinen? at Canucks Army (Sun Aug 17, 2025)
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Canucks Goaltender Kevin Lankinen Breaks Silence on Having to Split Duties With Thatcher Demko at Canucks Daily (Sat Aug 2, 2025)
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Canucks Goaltending Depth Chart: 2025 Offseason at The Hockey Writers (Wed Jul 30, 2025)
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Maple Leafs escape with 5-4 win vs. Blackhawks at Toronto Hockey Now (Sat Dec 11, 2021)
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 29 | $875,000 | $875,000 | - | - | $875,000 | $875,000 | $875,000 | UFA | ||
| Total | - | - | $875,000 | $875,000 | $875,000 |
Standard Contract (UFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-24 | 28 | $2,000,000 | $2,000,000 | - | - | $2,000,000 | $2,000,000 | $2,000,000 | UFA | ||
| Total | - | - | $2,000,000 | $2,000,000 | $2,000,000 |
Standard Contract (UFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | 27 | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 | - | - | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 | UFA | ||
| Total | - | - | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 |
Standard Contract (RFA) ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | 25 | $800,000 | $800,000 | - | - | $750,000 | $750,000 | $500,000 | RFA-arb | ||
| 2021-22 | 26 | $800,000 | $800,000 | - | - | $850,000 | $850,000 | $850,000 | RFA-arb | ||
| Total | - | - | $1,600,000 | $1,600,000 | $1,350,000 |
Entry Level Contract ( ) (0 ratings)
| Season | Age* | Clause | Cap Hit | AAV | Perf. Bonus | Sign. Bonus | Salary | Compensation | Minors Salary | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 23 | $925,000 | $1,137,500 | $212,500 | $92,500 | $832,500 | $925,000 | $70,000 | ELC | ||
| 2019-20 | 24 | $925,000 | $1,137,500 | $212,500 | $92,500 | $832,500 | $925,000 | $70,000 | ELC | ||
| Total | $425,000 | $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 | Jr. C SM-sarja | 18 | 3.38 | 0.917 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2010-11 | Jr. B SM-sarja | 5 | 2.37 | 0.936 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2010-11 | Jr. C SM-sarja | 10 | 2.46 | 0.927 | 3 | 4.41 | 0.882 | |||||||||||||
| 2011-12 | Jr. A SM-liiga | 2 | 40 | 2 | 1.00 | 0.950 | ||||||||||||||
| 2011-12 | U18 SM-sarja | 11 | 2.14 | 0.939 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2012-13 | Jr. A SM-liiga | 23 | 2.92 | 0.910 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2012-13 | U18 SM-sarja | 10 | 0.87 | 0.966 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2013-14 | Liiga | 1 | 6 | 2 | 7.16 | 0.666 | ||||||||||||||
| 2013-14 | U20 SM-sarja | 4 | 2.09 | 0.931 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2014-15 | Liiga | 24 | 559 | 50 | 2.29 | 0.910 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 178 | 12 | 1.74 | 0.933 | |||||||
| 2014-15 | Mestis | 10 | 3.29 | 0.906 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2015-16 | Liiga | 22 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 541 | 51 | 2.36 | 0.906 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 92 | 10 | 3.33 | 0.891 | ||||
| 2015-16 | Liiga | 2 | 2 | 62 | 5 | 2.34 | 0.919 | |||||||||||||
| 2016-17 | Liiga | 42 | 13 | 19 | 9 | 1084 | 87 | 2.14 | 0.920 | 13 | 6 | 6 | 340 | 32 | 2.50 | 0.906 | ||||
| 2017-18 | Liiga | 15 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 369 | 20 | 1.33 | 0.946 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 388 | 25 | 1.99 | 0.936 | ||||
| 2017-18 | Mestis | 2 | 1.50 | 0.954 | ||||||||||||||||
| 2018-19 | AHL | 19 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 533 | 48 | 2.50 | 0.910 | |||||||||||
| 2018-19 | WC | 8 | 7 | 1 | 207 | 12 | 1.50 | 0.942 | ||||||||||||
| 2018-19 | ECHL | 6 | 4 | 2 | 178 | 19 | 3.18 | 0.893 | ||||||||||||
| 2019-20 | AHL | 21 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 657 | 60 | 3.03 | 0.909 | |||||||||||
| 2020-21 | NHL | 37 | 37 | 17 | 14 | 5 | 1204 | 109 | 3.01 | 0.909 | ||||||||||
| 2021-22 | NHL | 32 | 32 | 8 | 15 | 6 | 973 | 106 | 3.50 | 0.891 | ||||||||||
| 2022-23 | NHL | 19 | 19 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 583 | 49 | 2.75 | 0.916 | ||||||||||
| 2023-24 | NHL | 24 | 24 | 11 | 6 | 610 | 56 | 2.82 | 0.908 | |||||||||||
| 2024-25 | NHL | 51 | 51 | 25 | 15 | 10 | 1345 | 132 | 2.62 | 0.902 | ||||||||||
| 2024-25 | 4 Nations | 14 | 7 | 7 | 259 | 49 | 4.84 | 0.811 | ||||||||||||
| 2024-25 | NHL 4 Nations | 2 | 1 | 1 | 37 | 7 | 4.83 | 0.811 | ||||||||||||
| 2025-26 | NHL | 11 | 11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 337 | 37 | 3.44 | 0.890 | ||||||||||
| NHL Career | 174 | 174 | 74 | 63 | 24 | 5052 | 489 | 2.96 | 0.903 | |||||||||||