Brock Nelson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Brock Nelson is an NHL center for the Colorado Avalanche.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Brock Nelson has 9 points (4 goals, 5 assists) in 16 games, a 47-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Colorado Avalanche in scoring. 6 of the 9 came at even strength and 3 on the power play. He is averaging 17:42 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A center late in his career, Brock Nelson produces points at a high rate, playing top-line minutes and providing solid impact. He consistently shoots from everywhere and gets to dangerous scoring areas, also contributing as an effective penalty killer.
His game is limited by a tendency to avoid physical play, which can be a factor in certain situations.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Colorado Avalanche |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 205 lb |
| Born | October 15, 1991 (age 35) in Warroad, United States |
| Draft | 2010 — Round 1, Pick 30 — NYI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 4 | 5 | 9 | +4 | 8 | 28 | 14.3% | 17:42 | 49.1% | 4.4 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 0.15 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.9 | +0.0 | +0.5 | +0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 78th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Power Play | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 5 | 9 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:42 | 28 | 14.3% | 3 | 2 | 0.56 | 4.4 | 0.47 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 0.9 |
| 2025-26 | 81 | 33 | 32 | 65 | 10.4 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 26 | 30 | 56 | 7.3 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 34 | 35 | 69 | 14.3 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 36 | 39 | 75 | 16.6 |
| 2021-22 | 72 | 37 | 22 | 59 | 12.1 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 18 | 15 | 33 | 5.7 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 26 | 28 | 54 | 9.1 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 25 | 28 | 53 | 9.5 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 19 | 16 | 35 | 3.5 |
| 2016-17 | 81 | 20 | 25 | 45 | 9.3 |
| 2015-16 | 81 | 26 | 14 | 40 | 11.2 |
| 2014-15 | 82 | 20 | 22 | 42 | 11.0 |
| 2013-14 | 72 | 14 | 12 | 26 | 7.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Brock Nelson has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.9 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 16.6 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brock Nelson's GAR this season?
Brock Nelson has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Brock Nelson's WAR this season?
Brock Nelson has been worth about 0.2 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 Brock Nelson have this season?
Brock Nelson has 4 goals and 5 assists for 9 points in 16 games this season.
Is Brock Nelson a good center?
Brock Nelson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Brock Nelson's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Brock Nelson has accumulated 128.4 career GAR and 661 points.
How tall is Brock Nelson, and how much does he weigh?
Brock Nelson is 6'4" tall and weighs 205 lb. Born October 15, 1991 (age 35) in Warroad, United States.
How does Brock Nelson score across situations in 2026-27?
Brock Nelson has 6 even-strength points, 3 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Brock Nelson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Brock Nelson has scored on 14.3% of 28 shots in 2026-27.