Yaroslav Askarov makes 40 saves in Sharks 6-2 win over Senators

Fantasy hockey: Askarov's 40-save performance Thursday came with a high shot volume, but his recent save quality grades remain well below league average.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 23, 2026

Yaroslav Askarov stopped 40 of 42 shots Thursday, October 22, as the Sharks beat the Senators 6-2. He earned the win after facing a heavy workload over 60:00.

The high save total looks impressive, but Askarov's recent averages show a 3.50 goals-against average, an .887 save percentage and save quality grades that rank 23 out of 100 among goalies. He holds a 90 percent start share and has three games remaining this week.

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Yaroslav Askarov

Askarov's 40 saves on 42 shots Thursday gave him plenty of work in a game San Jose controlled on the scoreboard. The Senators put 42 shots on goal, and Askarov turned aside all but two. He played the full 60:00 and collected the win in the 6-2 final.

His recent numbers paint a concerning picture for fantasy managers. The 3.50 goals-against average and .887 save percentage sit well below replacement level, and his save quality grades rank 23 out of 100 among goalies. That grade accounts for goals saved above expected and high-danger saves. With a 90 percent start share across 56 games in the model sample, he gets the volume, but the performance metrics lag. San Jose plays Thursday, Saturday and Tuesday this week.

What to do

• Hold Askarov if you roster him, but recognize his save quality remains poor despite the high save total Thursday.

• Keep him in your lineup for his three remaining starts this week if you need volume.

• Look elsewhere for reliable ratios until his save percentage and goals-against average improve.

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