Fifteen goalies have scored a total of 18 goals in hockey history, with Ron Hextall scoring twice and Martin Brodeur three times.
Among these 18 goals, only 11 were direct shots by the goalie into the net. The other seven were own-goals where the goalie was the last to touch the puck before it went in. Gustavsson’s recent achievement marks him as the first Wild goalie to score a goal.
Gustavsson’s goal is also notable because it follows Tristan Jarry’s goal for the Penguins against Tampa Bay Lightning on November 30, 2023. Meanwhile, Marc-Andre Fleury, who has expressed his desire to score someday, had to watch his teammate Gustavsson achieve this feat instead .
Goalie Goals: A Rare Feat
Fans might think it’s exciting when a goalie scores since it’s such an unusual event. While most players focus on defending their net, these rare moments bring unexpected joy and surprise!
In a game filled with surprises and unpredictability—like when your cat suddenly decides to join your Zoom call—goalie goals stand out as thrilling highlights that break up the usual pace of play.
So what do you think? Would you like to see more goalies scoring in games?
