Elias Pettersson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Elias Pettersson is an NHL center for the Vancouver Canucks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Elias Pettersson has 18 points (4 goals, 14 assists) in 17 games, a 89-point pace over 84 games. He leads the Vancouver Canucks and is 22nd in the NHL in scoring. 11 of the 18 came at even strength and 7 on the power play. He is averaging 20:19 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A solid center in his prime, Elias Pettersson plays top-line minutes, where he produces points at a high rate. He is also an effective penalty killer, consistently gets in front of shots, and notably stays out of the penalty box.
A first-round pick, fifth overall, Pettersson offers a strong two-way game and significant offensive contribution in his role.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Vancouver Canucks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 176 lb |
| Born | November 12, 1998 (age 27) in Sundsvall, Sweden |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 1, Pick 5 — VAN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 4 | 14 | 18 | -2 | 4 | 24 | 16.7% | 20:19 | 44.1% | 2.9 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 0.22 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.4 | +0.0 | +1.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 97th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Power Play | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 14 | 18 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:19 | 24 | 16.7% | 8 | 6 | 1.06 | 2.9 | -0.03 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 1.2 |
| 2025-26 | 74 | 15 | 36 | 51 | 9.8 |
| 2024-25 | 64 | 15 | 30 | 45 | 6.4 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 34 | 55 | 89 | 16.0 |
| 2022-23 | 80 | 39 | 63 | 102 | 19.9 |
| 2021-22 | 80 | 32 | 36 | 68 | 15.4 |
| 2020-21 | 26 | 10 | 11 | 21 | 4.4 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 27 | 39 | 66 | 17.3 |
| 2018-19 | 71 | 28 | 38 | 66 | 13.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Elias Pettersson has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+1 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 19.9 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 Elias Pettersson's GAR this season?
Elias Pettersson has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Elias Pettersson's WAR this season?
Elias Pettersson has been worth about 0.2 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 4 goals and 14 assists for 18 points in 17 games this season.
Is Elias Pettersson a good center?
Elias Pettersson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Elias Pettersson's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Elias Pettersson has accumulated 104.2 career GAR and 526 points.
How tall is Elias Pettersson, and how much does he weigh?
Elias Pettersson is 6'2" tall and weighs 176 lb. Born November 12, 1998 (age 27) in Sundsvall, Sweden.
How does Elias Pettersson score across situations in 2026-27?
Elias Pettersson has 11 even-strength points, 7 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Elias Pettersson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Elias Pettersson has scored on 16.7% of 24 shots in 2026-27.