Alex DeBrincat — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Alex DeBrincat is an NHL right wing for the Detroit Red Wings. In the 2025-26 season Alex DeBrincat has 41 goals, 44 assists and 85 points in 82 games, worth 19.2 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Alex DeBrincat is an elite scoring right wing, currently in the midst of a career-best season for the Detroit Red Wings. Now in his ninth NHL season, the 28-year-old has amassed an impressive 595 career points, with 294 goals and 301 assists across 696 games played. His current campaign stands out, as he has recorded 41 goals and 44 assists for 85 points in all 82 games.
This exceptional performance has culminated in a career-high GAR of 19.2, solidifying his status as a top-tier offensive threat. While known for his scoring prowess, DeBrincat also contributes positively in his own end, with even-strength defense driving +1 GAR, showcasing a more complete game in his peak season.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'8" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Draft | 2016 — Round 2, Pick 39 — CHI |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 41 | 44 | 85 | +8 | 19 | 287 | 14.3% | 18:29 | 58.7% | 37.0 | 0.9 | 19.2 | 3.45 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +14.4 | +1.0 | +2.6 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 97th, GAR 98th, WAR 98th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 82 | 41 | 44 | 85 | 19.2 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 39 | 31 | 70 | 18.4 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 27 | 40 | 67 | 10.4 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 27 | 39 | 66 | 10.3 |
| 2021-22 | 82 | 41 | 37 | 78 | 15.4 |
| 2020-21 | 52 | 32 | 24 | 56 | 12.7 |
| 2019-20 | 70 | 18 | 27 | 45 | 7.0 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 41 | 35 | 76 | 15.9 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 28 | 24 | 52 | 11.6 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Alex DeBrincat has been worth 19.2 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 98th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+14.4 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 19.2 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alex DeBrincat's GAR this season?
Alex DeBrincat has been worth 19.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 98th percentile of NHL players.
What is Alex DeBrincat's WAR this season?
Alex DeBrincat has been worth about 3.4 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 98th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Alex DeBrincat have this season?
Alex DeBrincat has 41 goals and 44 assists for 85 points in 82 games this season.
Is Alex DeBrincat a good right wing?
Alex DeBrincat ranks in the 98th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (19.2) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Alex DeBrincat's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Alex DeBrincat has accumulated 121.0 career GAR and 595 points.
When was Alex DeBrincat drafted?
Alex DeBrincat was drafted in 2016 — Round 2, Pick 39 — CHI.