Danton Heinen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Danton Heinen is an NHL left wing for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Danton Heinen has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 10 games. He is 19th on the Columbus Blue Jackets in scoring. He is averaging 10:10 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Danton Heinen, a veteran left wing, is an effective penalty killer who provides a modest impact in fourth-line or depth minutes. He consistently handles his assignments, making him a reliable defensive presence.
Heinen's game is built around his defensive responsibility, particularly when shorthanded. He is not relied upon for significant offensive production, but rather for his steady play in a limited role.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Columbus Blue Jackets |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 187 lb |
| Born | July 5, 1995 (age 31) in Langley, Canada |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 4, Pick 116 — BOS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2 | 0 | 8 | 0.0% | 10:10 | 42.9% | 1.0 | -0.1 | -0.4 | -0.07 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.5 | +0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 9th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:10 | 8 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 1.0 | -0.19 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 |
| 2025-26 | 46 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 1.9 |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 9 | 20 | 29 | -0.1 |
| 2023-24 | 74 | 17 | 19 | 36 | 4.9 |
| 2022-23 | 65 | 8 | 14 | 22 | 3.2 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 18 | 15 | 33 | 8.3 |
| 2020-21 | 43 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 3.2 |
| 2019-20 | 67 | 10 | 16 | 26 | 2.8 |
| 2018-19 | 77 | 11 | 23 | 34 | 7.7 |
| 2017-18 | 77 | 16 | 31 | 47 | 9.8 |
| 2016-17 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Danton Heinen has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.5).
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 9.8 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 Danton Heinen's GAR this season?
Danton Heinen has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Danton Heinen's WAR this season?
Danton Heinen has been worth about -0.1 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 Danton Heinen have this season?
Danton Heinen has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 10 games this season.
Is Danton Heinen a good left wing?
Danton Heinen ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Danton Heinen's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Danton Heinen has accumulated 40.8 career GAR and 253 points.
How tall is Danton Heinen, and how much does he weigh?
Danton Heinen is 6'2" tall and weighs 187 lb. Born July 5, 1995 (age 31) in Langley, Canada.
How does Danton Heinen score across situations in 2026-27?
Danton Heinen has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Danton Heinen's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Danton Heinen has scored on 0.0% of 8 shots in 2026-27.