Aaron Ekblad — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Aaron Ekblad is an NHL defenseman for the Florida Panthers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Aaron Ekblad has 5 points (1 goals, 4 assists) in 13 games, a 32-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Florida Panthers in scoring. 3 of the 5 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 20:52 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Aaron Ekblad, a defenseman in his prime, plays top-pair minutes. Drafted first overall, he is a player who helps drive the power play, contributing to offensive zone pressure and creating opportunities.
Despite his high draft pedigree, Ekblad's overall impact is modest for his position. He is also limited by a tendency to take penalties frequently, which can disrupt his team's flow and put them shorthanded.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Florida Panthers |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 220 lb |
| Born | February 7, 1996 (age 30) in Windsor, Canada |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 1, Pick 1 — FLA |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -6 | 10 | 19 | 5.3% | 20:52 | 52.0% | 1.2 | 0.5 | -0.9 | -0.16 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.3 | +0.1 | +0.1 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 55th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 4 | 5 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:52 | 19 | 5.3% | 3 | 1 | 0.38 | 1.2 | -0.07 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -0.9 |
| 2025-26 | 72 | 4 | 22 | 26 | -1.2 |
| 2024-25 | 56 | 3 | 30 | 33 | 3.3 |
| 2023-24 | 51 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 0.4 |
| 2022-23 | 71 | 14 | 24 | 38 | 3.9 |
| 2021-22 | 61 | 15 | 42 | 57 | 8.7 |
| 2020-21 | 35 | 11 | 11 | 22 | 2.4 |
| 2019-20 | 67 | 5 | 36 | 41 | 5.8 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 13 | 24 | 37 | 4.0 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 16 | 22 | 38 | 2.1 |
| 2016-17 | 68 | 10 | 11 | 21 | 3.0 |
| 2015-16 | 78 | 15 | 21 | 36 | 8.2 |
| 2014-15 | 81 | 12 | 27 | 39 | 9.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Aaron Ekblad has been worth -0.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.3 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 9.6 in 2014-15.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aaron Ekblad's GAR this season?
Aaron Ekblad has been worth -0.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Aaron Ekblad's WAR this season?
Aaron Ekblad has been worth about -0.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Aaron Ekblad have this season?
Aaron Ekblad has 1 goals and 4 assists for 5 points in 13 games this season.
Is Aaron Ekblad a good defenseman?
Aaron Ekblad ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Aaron Ekblad's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Aaron Ekblad has accumulated 49.4 career GAR and 411 points.
How tall is Aaron Ekblad, and how much does he weigh?
Aaron Ekblad is 6'4" tall and weighs 220 lb. Born February 7, 1996 (age 30) in Windsor, Canada.
How does Aaron Ekblad score across situations in 2026-27?
Aaron Ekblad has 3 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Aaron Ekblad's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Aaron Ekblad has scored on 5.3% of 19 shots in 2026-27.