Connor Murphy — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Connor Murphy is an NHL defenseman for the Edmonton Oilers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Connor Murphy has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 16 games, a 5-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Edmonton Oilers in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 21:02 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A veteran defenseman, Connor Murphy plays third-pair or depth minutes. He is a physical presence who gets in front of shots and plays a hitting game. However, he takes penalties often, which limits his overall impact on the game.
Despite being a first-round pick, Murphy provides a limited presence on the blueline, often deployed in a depth role.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Edmonton Oilers |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 212 lb |
| Born | March 26, 1993 (age 33) in Boston, United States |
| Draft | 2011 — Round 1, Pick 20 — PHX |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -5 | 25 | 16 | 0.0% | 21:02 | 35.1% | 0.2 | -0.1 | -2.0 | -0.36 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.9 | +0.1 | +0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:02 | 16 | 0.0% | 0 | 1 | 0.06 | 0.2 | -0.24 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2.0 |
| 2025-26 | 80 | 5 | 12 | 17 | -5.4 |
| 2024-25 | 68 | 2 | 17 | 19 | -3.0 |
| 2023-24 | 46 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -1.7 |
| 2022-23 | 80 | 7 | 6 | 13 | -3.0 |
| 2021-22 | 57 | 4 | 6 | 10 | -3.8 |
| 2020-21 | 50 | 3 | 12 | 15 | 0.5 |
| 2019-20 | 58 | 5 | 14 | 19 | 1.4 |
| 2018-19 | 52 | 5 | 8 | 13 | -0.2 |
| 2017-18 | 76 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 2.0 |
| 2016-17 | 77 | 2 | 15 | 17 | -2.8 |
| 2015-16 | 78 | 6 | 11 | 17 | -0.4 |
| 2014-15 | 73 | 4 | 3 | 7 | -3.1 |
| 2013-14 | 30 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Connor Murphy has been worth -2.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.9).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.0 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 Connor Murphy's GAR this season?
Connor Murphy has been worth -2.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Connor Murphy's WAR this season?
Connor Murphy has been worth about -0.4 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 Connor Murphy have this season?
Connor Murphy has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 16 games this season.
Is Connor Murphy a good defenseman?
Connor Murphy ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-2.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Connor Murphy's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Connor Murphy has accumulated -20.4 career GAR and 178 points.
How tall is Connor Murphy, and how much does he weigh?
Connor Murphy is 6'4" tall and weighs 212 lb. Born March 26, 1993 (age 33) in Boston, United States.
How does Connor Murphy score across situations in 2026-27?
Connor Murphy has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Connor Murphy's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Connor Murphy has scored on 0.0% of 16 shots in 2026-27.