Alex Ovechkin — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Alex Ovechkin is an NHL left wing for the Washington Capitals.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Alex Ovechkin has 4 points (1 goals, 3 assists) in 14 games, a 24-point pace over 84 games. He is 12th on the Washington Capitals in scoring. All 4 came at even strength. He is averaging 13:47 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Alex Ovechkin, a first-overall pick now late in his career, plays second-line minutes as a left wing. He continues to provide a solid impact, defined by his ability to shoot from everywhere and get to dangerous scoring areas. He produces points at a high rate and plays a physical, hitting game.
Despite his offensive prowess, Ovechkin rarely blocks shots and gives up chances at even strength. He remains a significant offensive presence in his role.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Washington Capitals |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 238 lb |
| Born | September 17, 1985 (age 41) in Moscow, Russia |
| Draft | 2004 — Round 1, Pick 1 — WSH |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 0 | 23 | 4.3% | 13:47 | 58.5% | 3.2 | 0.3 | -0.4 | -0.07 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.7 | -0.2 | -0.3 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 3 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:47 | 23 | 4.3% | 1 | 2 | 0.29 | 3.2 | -0.52 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -0.4 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 32 | 32 | 64 | 10.6 |
| 2024-25 | 65 | 44 | 29 | 73 | 11.7 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 31 | 34 | 65 | 7.4 |
| 2022-23 | 73 | 42 | 33 | 75 | 13.0 |
| 2021-22 | 77 | 50 | 40 | 90 | 17.2 |
| 2020-21 | 45 | 24 | 18 | 42 | 9.5 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 48 | 19 | 67 | 15.4 |
| 2018-19 | 81 | 51 | 38 | 89 | 16.4 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 49 | 38 | 87 | 22.4 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 33 | 36 | 69 | 13.6 |
| 2015-16 | 79 | 50 | 21 | 71 | 18.0 |
| 2014-15 | 81 | 53 | 28 | 81 | 19.9 |
| 2013-14 | 78 | 51 | 28 | 79 | 17.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Alex Ovechkin has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.7 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 22.4 in 2017-18.
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 Ovechkin's GAR this season?
Alex Ovechkin has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Alex Ovechkin's WAR this season?
Alex Ovechkin 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 Alex Ovechkin have this season?
Alex Ovechkin has 1 goals and 3 assists for 4 points in 14 games this season.
Is Alex Ovechkin a good left wing?
Alex Ovechkin ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Alex Ovechkin's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Alex Ovechkin has accumulated 192.7 career GAR and 956 points.
How tall is Alex Ovechkin, and how much does he weigh?
Alex Ovechkin is 6'3" tall and weighs 238 lb. Born September 17, 1985 (age 41) in Moscow, Russia.
How does Alex Ovechkin score across situations in 2026-27?
Alex Ovechkin has 4 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Alex Ovechkin's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Alex Ovechkin has scored on 4.3% of 23 shots in 2026-27.