David Perron — Stats & Advanced Analytics
David Perron is an NHL left wing for the Detroit Red Wings. In the 2025-26 season David Perron has 13 goals, 15 assists and 28 points in 65 games, worth 3.7 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
A seasoned veteran in his 19th NHL season, David Perron continues to provide experience and a depth scoring touch for the Detroit Red Wings. Over his extensive 1239-game career, the left wing has accumulated 812 points, with a peak GAR of 12.8 in 2020-21. This season, in 65 games, he recorded 28 points (13 goals, 15 assists) and a 3.7 GAR.
At 38, Perron's offensive output has naturally tapered, but he still offers value, particularly through his even-strength defensive contributions. His long career is a testament to his durable and reliable presence, even as his role has evolved.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 202 lb |
| Draft | 2007 — Round 1, Pick 26 — STL |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 13 | 15 | 28 | -7 | 40 | 93 | 14.5% | 13:26 | 58.9% | 11.6 | 0.4 | 3.7 | 0.67 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.1 | +0.5 | +0.6 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 51th, GAR 58th, WAR 58th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 65 | 13 | 15 | 28 | 3.7 |
| 2024-25 | 43 | 9 | 7 | 16 | 0.2 |
| 2023-24 | 76 | 17 | 30 | 47 | 3.8 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 24 | 32 | 56 | 9.0 |
| 2021-22 | 67 | 27 | 30 | 57 | 8.8 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 19 | 39 | 58 | 12.8 |
| 2019-20 | 71 | 25 | 35 | 60 | 9.1 |
| 2018-19 | 57 | 23 | 23 | 46 | 6.3 |
| 2017-18 | 70 | 16 | 50 | 66 | 11.2 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 18 | 28 | 46 | 10.1 |
| 2015-16 | 71 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 8.7 |
| 2014-15 | 81 | 17 | 24 | 41 | 8.6 |
| 2013-14 | 78 | 28 | 29 | 57 | 8.5 |
| 2012-13 | 48 | 10 | 15 | 25 | 0.5 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season David Perron has been worth 3.7 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 58th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.1 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 12.8 in 2020-21.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Perron's GAR this season?
David Perron has been worth 3.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 58th percentile of NHL players.
What is David Perron's WAR this season?
David Perron has been worth about 0.7 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 58th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does David Perron have this season?
David Perron has 13 goals and 15 assists for 28 points in 65 games this season.
Is David Perron a good left wing?
David Perron ranks in the 58th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (3.7) in the 2025-26 season.
What is David Perron's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, David Perron has accumulated 101.4 career GAR and 639 points.
When was David Perron drafted?
David Perron was drafted in 2007 — Round 1, Pick 26 — STL.