Axel Sandin-Pellikka — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Axel Sandin-Pellikka is an NHL defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings. In the 2025-26 season Axel Sandin-Pellikka has 7 goals, 14 assists and 21 points in 68 games, worth 2.7 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Axel Sandin-Pellikka is a promising young defenseman making a positive impact in his rookie season with the Detroit Red Wings. In 68 games, the 21-year-old blueliner has registered 7 goals and 14 assists for 21 points, reflecting a solid offensive start to his NHL career.
His 2.7 GAR indicates he's already contributing positively to his team's performance, with his value notably driven by his power-play offense (+0.1 GAR). Sandin-Pellikka appears to be an offense-first rearguard with potential for further development.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 186 lb |
| Draft | 2023 — Round 1, Pick 17 — DET |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | 7 | 14 | 21 | -19 | 18 | 68 | 10.3% | 16:11 | 52.5% | 3.3 | 0.1 | 2.7 | 0.48 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +2.5 | -0.7 | +0.7 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 44th, GAR 71th, WAR 71th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 68 | 7 | 14 | 21 | 2.7 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Axel Sandin-Pellikka has been worth 2.7 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 71st percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+2.5 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.7).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axel Sandin-Pellikka's GAR this season?
Axel Sandin-Pellikka has been worth 2.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 71st percentile of NHL players.
What is Axel Sandin-Pellikka's WAR this season?
Axel Sandin-Pellikka has been worth about 0.5 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 71st percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Axel Sandin-Pellikka have this season?
Axel Sandin-Pellikka has 7 goals and 14 assists for 21 points in 68 games this season.
Is Axel Sandin-Pellikka a good defenseman?
Axel Sandin-Pellikka ranks in the 71st percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (2.7) in the 2025-26 season.
When was Axel Sandin-Pellikka drafted?
Axel Sandin-Pellikka was drafted in 2023 — Round 1, Pick 17 — DET.