Juuse Saros's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Juuse Saros.

Juuse Saros, nicknamed "Juice", is a Finnish professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Nashville Predators in the NHL. He was drafted by the Predators in the fourth round of the 2013 NHL entry draft. Saros is known for his exceptional athleticism and quickness in the net, making him a key player for the Predators.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2012: Represented Finland at the 2012 IIHF World U18 Championships

In 2012, Saros represented Team Finland at the 2012 IIHF World U18 Championships as a backup goaltender. In August 2012, he represented Team Finland at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament, helping them win a silver medal.

2012: Silver Medal at Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament

In 2012, Saros won a silver medal at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament representing Finland.

2013: Saros Honored as Best Goaltender

In 2013, Saros was named the best player in the league and awarded the Jorma Valtonen Award as the league's top goaltender. He was also named the tournament's Best Goaltender at the 2013 IIHF World U18 Championships and recognized locally as Hämeenlinna's Male Athlete of the Year.

2013: Bronze Medal at IIHF World U18 Championships

In 2013, Saros won a bronze medal at the 2013 IIHF World U18 Championships, and was named the tournament's Best Goaltender. He was also recognized locally as Hämeenlinna's Male Athlete of the Year.

2014: Filip Forsberg Made All-Rookie Team

Filip Forsberg was the second Predators player to be named to the All-Rookie Team since Filip Forsberg in 2014–15.

2014: Gold Medal at World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In 2014, Saros won a gold medal at the 2014 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships with Team Finland.

2016: Silver Medal at IIHF World Championships

In 2016, Saros won a silver medal at the 2016 IIHF World Championships playing for Finland.

December 2017: Saros Sets Franchise Record for Saves in a Shutout

In December 2017, Saros recorded a career-best 43 saves in a 5–2 win over the Dallas Stars on December 5th. On December 14th 2017, Saros beat his career-high by setting a franchise record for the most saves in a shutout, recording 46 saves during the 4–0 win over the Edmonton Oilers.

2018: Saros Named to All-Rookie Team

In 2018, Saros concluded the 2017–18 regular season with an 11–5–7 record and was named to the All-Rookie Team.

2019: Stanley Cup Playoffs Berth

On March 25, 2019, Juuse Saros made 29 saves in a win over the Minnesota Wild, helping the Predators clinch a berth in the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.

2022: Vezina Trophy Favorite

Due to his success in the previous season, Saros was named an early favourite to win the Vezina at the start of the 2022–23 season.

2022: All-Star Game Selection

In the 2021-2022 season, Juuse Saros was selected for the 2022 National Hockey League All-Star Game.

January 2023: Franchise Record Saves

On January 5, 2023, Juuse Saros made a franchise-record 64 saves in the Predators' 5–3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes.

December 2023: Surpassing Vokoun

On December 21, 2023, Juuse Saros surpassed Tomáš Vokoun for second place on the franchise's all-time win list with his 163rd NHL win against the Philadelphia Flyers.