Ben Kindel — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ben Kindel is an NHL center for the Pittsburgh Penguins. In the 2025-26 season Ben Kindel has 17 goals, 18 assists and 35 points in 77 games, worth 6.8 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Ben Kindel burst onto the scene in his debut season with the Pittsburgh Penguins, showcasing significant offensive potential for a 19-year-old center. In his first professional campaign, he played 77 games, tallying 17 goals and 18 assists for 35 points, immediately establishing himself as a player to watch. His impressive 6.8 GAR reflects a strong overall impact in his rookie year.
Kindel's primary contribution stems from his even-strength offense, which was a notable driver of his value this season. He demonstrated an ability to generate scoring chances and convert them, suggesting he could develop into a key offensive piece for the Penguins as his career progresses.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 182 lb |
| Draft | 2025 — Round 1, Pick 11 — PIT |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | 17 | 18 | 35 | -5 | 18 | 151 | 11.3% | 15:03 | 56.1% | 19.4 | 0.4 | 6.8 | 1.21 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +5.1 | +0.0 | +0.8 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 67th, GAR 72th, WAR 72th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 77 | 17 | 18 | 35 | 6.8 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Ben Kindel has been worth 6.8 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 72nd percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+5.1 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 6.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 72nd percentile of NHL players.
What is Ben Kindel's WAR this season?
Ben Kindel has been worth about 1.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 72nd percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Ben Kindel have this season?
Ben Kindel has 17 goals and 18 assists for 35 points in 77 games this season.
Is Ben Kindel a good center?
Ben Kindel ranks in the 72nd percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (6.8) in the 2025-26 season.
When was Ben Kindel drafted?
Ben Kindel was drafted in 2025 — Round 1, Pick 11 — PIT.