Eetu Luostarinen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Eetu Luostarinen is an NHL center for the Florida Panthers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Eetu Luostarinen has 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) in 15 games, a 22-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Florida Panthers in scoring. 3 of the 4 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 16:15 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Playing third-line minutes, Eetu Luostarinen is a center in his prime who makes a modest impact. He is known for his physical, hitting game, consistently getting in front of shots and effectively suppressing chances at even strength.
A second-round pick, forty-second overall, Luostarinen provides a reliable two-way presence, contributing defensively in his role.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Florida Panthers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 191 lb |
| Born | September 2, 1998 (age 28) in Siilinjarvi, Finland |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 2, Pick 42 — CAR |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +0 | 8 | 19 | 10.5% | 16:15 | 51.1% | 2.6 | 0.4 | -0.8 | -0.15 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.3 | +0.2 | +0.1 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Power Play | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:15 | 19 | 10.5% | 1 | 1 | 0.27 | 2.6 | 0.03 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.8 |
| 2025-26 | 73 | 11 | 22 | 33 | 2.6 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 9 | 15 | 24 | -1.9 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 12 | 15 | 27 | 0.7 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 17 | 26 | 43 | 4.1 |
| 2021-22 | 78 | 9 | 17 | 26 | 3.4 |
| 2020-21 | 44 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -1.5 |
| 2019-20 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Eetu Luostarinen has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 4.1 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eetu Luostarinen's GAR this season?
Eetu Luostarinen has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Eetu Luostarinen's WAR this season?
Eetu Luostarinen 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 Eetu Luostarinen have this season?
Eetu Luostarinen has 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points in 15 games this season.
Is Eetu Luostarinen a good center?
Eetu Luostarinen ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.8) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Eetu Luostarinen's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Eetu Luostarinen has accumulated 6.6 career GAR and 166 points.
How tall is Eetu Luostarinen, and how much does he weigh?
Eetu Luostarinen is 6'3" tall and weighs 191 lb. Born September 2, 1998 (age 28) in Siilinjarvi, Finland.
How does Eetu Luostarinen score across situations in 2026-27?
Eetu Luostarinen has 3 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Eetu Luostarinen's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Eetu Luostarinen has scored on 10.5% of 19 shots in 2026-27.