Claude Giroux — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Claude Giroux is an NHL right wing for the Ottawa Senators. In the 2025-26 season Claude Giroux has 14 goals, 35 assists and 49 points in 82 games, worth 6.4 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
A true NHL ironman, Claude Giroux is in his 19th professional season, having amassed an impressive 1165 career points through 1345 games. The 38-year-old right wing continues to be a significant offensive force, recording 49 points this season with 14 goals and 35 assists over 82 games. His peak GAR of 23.3 in 2017-18 underscores his past elite-level play.
Despite his age, Giroux maintains a high impact, reflected in his current 6.5 GAR. Beyond his scoring, he contributes significantly on the penalty kill, with his shorthanded defense accounting for +0.8 GAR. This two-way capability demonstrates his continued value as a veteran leader and versatile forward.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Ottawa Senators |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 186 lb |
| Draft | 2006 — Round 1, Pick 22 — PHI |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 14 | 35 | 49 | +19 | 22 | 138 | 10.1% | 16:18 | 56.6% | 17.2 | 0.4 | 6.4 | 1.15 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +4.6 | +3.4 | +1.2 | +0.8 |
League percentile rank: points 80th, GAR 69th, WAR 69th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 82 | 14 | 35 | 49 | 6.4 |
| 2024-25 | 81 | 15 | 35 | 50 | 1.5 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 21 | 43 | 64 | 9.3 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 35 | 44 | 79 | 20.3 |
| 2021-22 | 75 | 21 | 44 | 65 | 14.9 |
| 2020-21 | 54 | 16 | 27 | 43 | 11.6 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 21 | 32 | 53 | 12.4 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 22 | 63 | 85 | 13.1 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 34 | 68 | 102 | 22.0 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 14 | 44 | 58 | 12.0 |
| 2015-16 | 78 | 22 | 45 | 67 | 12.2 |
| 2014-15 | 81 | 25 | 48 | 73 | 16.7 |
| 2013-14 | 82 | 28 | 58 | 86 | 20.1 |
| 2012-13 | 48 | 13 | 35 | 48 | 10.6 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Claude Giroux has been worth 6.4 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 69th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+4.6 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0.8).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 22.0 in 2017-18.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claude Giroux's GAR this season?
Claude Giroux has been worth 6.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 69th percentile of NHL players.
How many points does Claude Giroux have this season?
Claude Giroux has 14 goals and 35 assists for 49 points in 82 games this season.
Is Claude Giroux a good right wing?
Claude Giroux ranks in the 69th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (6.4) in the 2025-26 season.