Brett Howden — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Brett Howden is an NHL center for the Vegas Golden Knights.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Brett Howden has 8 points (5 goals, 3 assists) in 17 games, a 40-point pace over 84 games. He is 7th on the Vegas Golden Knights in scoring. All 8 came at even strength. He is averaging 15:24 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Brett Howden is a center in his prime, playing third-line minutes.
Drafted in the first round, pick twenty-seven overall, he provides modest impact.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Vegas Golden Knights |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 201 lb |
| Born | March 29, 1998 (age 28) in Oakbank, Canada |
| Draft | 2016 — Round 1, Pick 27 — TBL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 5 | 3 | 8 | +1 | 14 | 24 | 20.8% | 15:24 | 45.4% | 5.0 | 0.5 | 1.6 | 0.29 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.9 | -0.0 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 74th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 5 | 3 | 8 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:24 | 24 | 20.8% | 2 | 1 | 0.47 | 5.0 | 0.55 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 2025-26 | 58 | 12 | 10 | 22 | 2.4 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 23 | 17 | 40 | 6.4 |
| 2023-24 | 72 | 8 | 11 | 19 | -1.7 |
| 2022-23 | 54 | 6 | 7 | 13 | -0.8 |
| 2021-22 | 47 | 9 | 11 | 20 | 3.1 |
| 2020-21 | 42 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -2.2 |
| 2019-20 | 70 | 9 | 10 | 19 | -2.4 |
| 2018-19 | 66 | 6 | 17 | 23 | -1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Brett Howden has been worth 1.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.9 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 6.4 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brett Howden's GAR this season?
Brett Howden has been worth 1.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Brett Howden's WAR this season?
Brett Howden has been worth about 0.3 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 Brett Howden have this season?
Brett Howden has 5 goals and 3 assists for 8 points in 17 games this season.
Is Brett Howden a good center?
Brett Howden ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Brett Howden's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Brett Howden has accumulated 5.4 career GAR and 171 points.
How tall is Brett Howden, and how much does he weigh?
Brett Howden is 6'2" tall and weighs 201 lb. Born March 29, 1998 (age 28) in Oakbank, Canada.
How does Brett Howden score across situations in 2026-27?
Brett Howden has 8 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Brett Howden's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Brett Howden has scored on 20.8% of 24 shots in 2026-27.