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 3.2 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Ben Kindel made an immediate impact as a 19-year-old rookie center for the Penguins, registering a substantial 7.6 GAR in his debut season. Playing 77 games, he contributed 17 goals and 18 assists for 35 points, showcasing significant offensive upside right out of the draft. He appears to be a promising top-six forward.
His primary strength lies in his even-strength offense, which provided +3.2 GAR, indicating his ability to consistently generate scoring chances and drive play in 5-on-5 situations. This strong initial performance positions him as a key offensive piece for Pittsburgh.
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 | 55.8% | 21.4 | 0.3 | 3.2 | 1.52 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +5.0 | +2.3 | +0.8 | +0.3 |
League percentile rank: points 67th, GAR 77th, WAR 77th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 77 | 17 | 18 | 35 | 3.2 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Ben Kindel has been worth 3.2 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 77th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+5 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0.3).
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 3.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 77th percentile of NHL players.
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 77th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (3.2) in the 2025-26 season.