NHL goalies are known for their amazing saves, but every now and then, they also score goals themselves. Filip Gustavsson of the Minnesota Wild recently joined this exclusive club when he scored a goal against the St. Louis Blues in October 2024.
Gustavsson’s goal is just one of many impressive goalie goals in NHL history. Other notable instances include Tristan Jarry of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Linus Ullmark of the Boston Bruins, Pekka Rinne of the Nashville Predators, and Mike Smith of the Phoenix Coyotes. These goalies all managed to find the back of the net while also stopping pucks.
One of the most famous goalie goal scorers is Martin Brodeur, who accomplished this feat multiple times throughout his career with the New Jersey Devils. Other legendary goalie goal scorers include Cam Ward, Chris Mason, Mika Noronen, Evgeni Nabokov, Jose Theodore, Damian Rhodes, Chris Osgood, Ron Hextall, and Billy Smith.
These goalie goals are not only impressive but also add an exciting element to the game. Fans love to see goalies venture out of their crease and take a shot at scoring, adding an unexpected twist to the game.
In addition to their goal-scoring abilities, these goalies are also known for their incredible saves and crucial contributions to their teams. They showcase their skills both offensively and defensively, making them true assets on the ice.
While goalie goals may not happen often, when they do, they are certainly memorable moments in NHL history. It’s a testament to the skill and versatility of these talented athletes who excel in both stopping goals and scoring them.