Ben Kindel — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ben Kindel is an NHL center for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Ben Kindel has 6 points (3 goals, 3 assists) in 12 games, a 42-point pace over 84 games. He is 8th on the Pittsburgh Penguins in scoring. 5 of the 6 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 16:58 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Playing second-line minutes, Ben Kindel is an early career center with a solid impact. He is willing to get in front of shots and consistently stays out of the penalty box, avoiding unnecessary infractions.
A first-round pick at eleventh overall, Kindel struggles on faceoffs and tends to avoid physical play.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 182 lb |
| Born | April 19, 2007 (age 19) in Coquitlam, Canada |
| Draft | 2025 — Round 1, Pick 11 — PIT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -6 | 2 | 28 | 10.7% | 16:58 | 56.0% | 3.3 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.13 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.7 | +0.0 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 65th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Power Play | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 3 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:58 | 28 | 10.7% | 3 | 0 | 0.50 | 3.3 | 0.13 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.7 |
| 2025-26 | 77 | 17 | 18 | 35 | 6.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Ben Kindel has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.7 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Kindel's GAR this season?
Ben Kindel has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ben Kindel's WAR this season?
Ben Kindel 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 Ben Kindel have this season?
Ben Kindel has 3 goals and 3 assists for 6 points in 12 games this season.
Is Ben Kindel a good center?
Ben Kindel ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ben Kindel's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Ben Kindel has accumulated 7.4 career GAR and 41 points.
How tall is Ben Kindel, and how much does he weigh?
Ben Kindel is 5'11" tall and weighs 182 lb. Born April 19, 2007 (age 19) in Coquitlam, Canada.
How does Ben Kindel score across situations in 2026-27?
Ben Kindel has 5 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Ben Kindel's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Ben Kindel has scored on 10.7% of 28 shots in 2026-27.