Adam Engstrom — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Adam Engstrom is an NHL defenseman for the Montréal Canadiens.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Adam Engstrom has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 9 games, a 9-point pace over 84 games. He is 22nd on the Montréal Canadiens in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 11:29 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Adam Engstrom, a 22-year-old defenseman, began his NHL career with the Montréal Canadiens in 2025-26. In his inaugural season, he appeared in 15 games, recording a single assist and posting a GAR of -0.6, which marked his first professional point and a modest introduction to the league.
As a raw prospect, Engstrom is in the early stages of his development, with his limited playing time and offensive output reflecting a player gaining initial exposure at the NHL level. His performance in 2025-26 suggests he is still finding his footing and working to establish a more consistent impact as a blueliner.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Montréal Canadiens |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 193 lb |
| Born | November 17, 2003 (age 22) in Jarna, Sweden |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 3, Pick 92 — MTL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | +4 | 0 | 9 | 0.0% | 11:29 | 55.5% | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.09 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.6 | -0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:29 | 9 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.11 | 0.6 | 0.27 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.5 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Adam Engstrom has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.6 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adam Engstrom's GAR this season?
Adam Engstrom has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Adam Engstrom's WAR this season?
Adam Engstrom has been worth about 0.1 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 Adam Engstrom have this season?
Adam Engstrom has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 9 games this season.
Is Adam Engstrom a good defenseman?
Adam Engstrom ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Adam Engstrom's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Adam Engstrom has accumulated -0.0 career GAR and 2 points.
How tall is Adam Engstrom, and how much does he weigh?
Adam Engstrom is 6'2" tall and weighs 193 lb. Born November 17, 2003 (age 22) in Jarna, Sweden.
How does Adam Engstrom score across situations in 2026-27?
Adam Engstrom has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Adam Engstrom's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Adam Engstrom has scored on 0.0% of 9 shots in 2026-27.