, I hear it quite a bit,” he said. “So, whoever wrote those lines, they did a good job.” Saros is known for his few words, but he’s not letting them affect his game.
Performance: Past and Present
The 30-year-old has faced criticism for his focus. “No goals,” he said in the NHL locker room commercial, which ran in 2023. “No goals.” He repeats it almost like a mantra. “Maybe I have to try that,” he suggested.
His performance at the Olympics is nothing short of remarkable. After a disappointing 2024-25 season with the Nashville Predators, where his save percentage was .896 and goals against average was 2.98, Saros has turned things around. Since November, he’s been dominant, allowing just 3.27 goals per game.
“It’s nice that we’re still in the mix,” Saros said. “We’ve been playing meaningful games.” The Predators are four points behind the Anaheim Ducks for a playoff spot. But it’s clear, with Finland, he has bigger aspirations.
Future: A Man of Few Words
Finland faces Team Switzerland on Wednesday in the quarterfinals. Saros is not fazed by the break or uncertainty about who they will face next. “It doesn’t change much,” he said. “We’ll try to prepare the best we can no matter who it is.”
Saros embodies the spirit of a goalie—focused, unflappable, and ready to perform when called upon. His performance at the Olympics has not only elevated his team but also redefined his own narrative. As he heads into Wednesday’s game, one thing is certain: Finland will be counting on him.
