Erik Gudbranson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Erik Gudbranson is an NHL defenseman for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Erik Gudbranson has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 12 games, a 7-point pace over 84 games. He is 15th on the Columbus Blue Jackets in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 15:31 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Erik Gudbranson, a veteran defenseman, was a high first-round draft pick who now provides limited contributions in a third-pair or depth role. He is effective at getting in front of shots.
However, Gudbranson seldom generates quality scoring chances and contributes little offence. He also gives up chances at even strength, which limits his overall defensive effectiveness.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Columbus Blue Jackets |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'5" |
| Weight | 222 lb |
| Born | January 7, 1992 (age 34) in Ottawa, Canada |
| Draft | 2010 — Round 1, Pick 3 — FLA |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -9 | 7 | 8 | 0.0% | 15:31 | 36.4% | 0.2 | -0.3 | -1.0 | -0.19 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.6 | -0.1 | +0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:31 | 8 | 0.0% | 0 | 1 | 0.08 | 0.2 | -0.23 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1.0 |
| 2025-26 | 37 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -3.9 |
| 2024-25 | 16 | 0 | 4 | 4 | -1.1 |
| 2023-24 | 78 | 6 | 20 | 26 | -1.9 |
| 2022-23 | 70 | 1 | 12 | 13 | -3.1 |
| 2021-22 | 78 | 6 | 11 | 17 | 0.3 |
| 2020-21 | 45 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1.2 |
| 2019-20 | 51 | 4 | 5 | 9 | -1.1 |
| 2018-19 | 76 | 2 | 8 | 10 | -2.7 |
| 2017-18 | 52 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2.8 |
| 2016-17 | 30 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0.1 |
| 2015-16 | 64 | 2 | 7 | 9 | -2.5 |
| 2014-15 | 76 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 0.6 |
| 2013-14 | 65 | 3 | 6 | 9 | -0.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Erik Gudbranson has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.6).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.6 in 2014-15.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erik Gudbranson's GAR this season?
Erik Gudbranson has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Erik Gudbranson's WAR this season?
Erik Gudbranson 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 Erik Gudbranson have this season?
Erik Gudbranson has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 12 games this season.
Is Erik Gudbranson a good defenseman?
Erik Gudbranson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Erik Gudbranson's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Erik Gudbranson has accumulated -20.8 career GAR and 129 points.
How tall is Erik Gudbranson, and how much does he weigh?
Erik Gudbranson is 6'5" tall and weighs 222 lb. Born January 7, 1992 (age 34) in Ottawa, Canada.
How does Erik Gudbranson score across situations in 2026-27?
Erik Gudbranson has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Erik Gudbranson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Erik Gudbranson has scored on 0.0% of 8 shots in 2026-27.