Karel Vejmelka

Karel Vejmelka backstops Utah to shootout win

Vejmelka entered in relief and stopped 30 of 32 shots (.938 save percentage), finishing the night with 52:22 in net. He allowed no goals at even strength after taking over, steering Utah to a 5-4 shootout victory.

Fantasy Impact

Vejmelka’s solid performance rescued Utah and bolstered his case for more consistent starts. While the defense in front of him can be hit-or-miss, he often delivers strong save totals. Managers looking for a volume goalie or a reliable backup should keep an eye on his workload moving forward.