Who will win the 2026 NHL Vezina Trophy (top goaltender)?
2026 NHL Vezina Trophy: Goaltending Greats Battle for Top Honor
The Vezina Trophy is awarded annually to the NHL’s top goaltender, as voted on by the league’s general managers. In 2025, Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets claimed his third career Vezina after another dominant regular season, cementing his place among the game's elite. As the 2025–26 campaign kicks off, a number of standout netminders are in contention. Returning names like Andrei Vasilevskiy (Lightning), Igor Shesterkin (Rangers), and Juuse Saros (Predators) are all seen as viable threats. Others like Linus Ullmark (Bruins) and Jordan Binnington (Blues) are also in the mix, with breakout candidates like Ilya Samsonov (Leafs) rounding out a competitive field. Fans are now weighing in on who will be the league’s best between the pipes this season.
Options
- Connor Hellebuyck (Jets)
- Andrei Vasilevskiy (Lightning)
- Igor Shesterkin (Rangers)
- Juuse Saros (Predators)
- Linus Ullmark (Bruins)
- Jordan Binnington (Blues)
- Ilya Samsonov (Maple Leafs)
- Other Goalie