NHL Projected Shutouts This Week This Week
Shutouts are fantasy hockey's ultimate goalie achievement. Our projections identify which goalies have the best shutout potential this week based on opponent scoring rates, team defensive strength, and goalie form. Elite goalies facing struggling offenses offer the best shutout odds (Jan 12-Jan 18 (Week 15)). (Jan 12-Jan 18 (Week 15))
What makes a shutout? A shutout occurs when a goalie allows zero goals for the entire game (minimum 60 minutes). Shootout goals don't count against shutouts.
Shutout probability factors
- Opponent offense: Bottom-10 offenses get shut out more often - Goalie quality: Elite goalies have higher shutout rates - Team defense: Good defense limits high-danger chances - Game script: Blowout favorites play defensive hockey late
Shutout odds
NHL-wide, about 6-7% of games end in shutouts. Elite goalies facing weak offenses may have 10-15% shutout probability.
Premium Shutout Matchups
Elite goalies facing struggling offenses have the best shutout odds. Identify these premium opportunities.
All GoaliesWeak Offense Opponents
Teams averaging under 2.5 goals per game get shut out most often. Target goalies facing these opponents.
Games This weekShutout vs. Save Trade-off
High shutout odds often mean low save volume (weak opponents = few shots). Balance shutout upside with saves.
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