Elias Pettersson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Elias Pettersson is an NHL defenseman for the Vancouver Canucks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Elias Pettersson has 4 points (3 goals, 1 assists) in 17 games, a 20-point pace over 84 games. He is 13th on the Vancouver Canucks in scoring. 3 of the 4 came at even strength. He is averaging 18:56 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Elias Pettersson is a defenseman who plays third-pair or depth minutes early in his NHL career, providing a modest impact. He is known for his physical, hitting game, though his offensive contributions are limited.
Pettersson rarely shoots the puck and seldom generates quality chances. He is focused on refining his overall game and expanding his contributions beyond physical play.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Vancouver Canucks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Born | February 16, 2004 (age 22) in Vasteras, Sweden |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 3, Pick 80 — VAN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 3 | 1 | 4 | +1 | 8 | 17 | 17.6% | 18:56 | 38.8% | 1.1 | 0.1 | -0.6 | -0.11 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.2 | -0.3 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 3 | 1 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:56 | 17 | 17.6% | 0 | 1 | 0.24 | 1.1 | -0.10 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -0.6 |
| 2025-26 | 70 | 3 | 7 | 10 | -3.9 |
| 2024-25 | 28 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Elias Pettersson has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (-0 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 3 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.6 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elias Pettersson's GAR this season?
Elias Pettersson has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Elias Pettersson's WAR this season?
Elias Pettersson 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 Elias Pettersson have this season?
Elias Pettersson has 3 goals and 1 assists for 4 points in 17 games this season.
Is Elias Pettersson a good defenseman?
Elias Pettersson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Elias Pettersson's career GAR?
Across 3 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Elias Pettersson has accumulated -3.9 career GAR and 17 points.
How tall is Elias Pettersson, and how much does he weigh?
Elias Pettersson is 6'2" tall and weighs 185 lb. Born February 16, 2004 (age 22) in Vasteras, Sweden.
How does Elias Pettersson score across situations in 2026-27?
Elias Pettersson has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Elias Pettersson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Elias Pettersson has scored on 17.6% of 17 shots in 2026-27.