Evan Bouchard — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Evan Bouchard is an NHL defenseman for the Edmonton Oilers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Evan Bouchard has 28 points (9 goals, 19 assists) in 16 games, a 147-point pace over 84 games. He is 3rd on the Edmonton Oilers and is 3rd in the NHL in scoring. 19 of the 28 came at even strength and 9 on the power play. He is averaging 25:57 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Evan Bouchard, a first-round draft pick, pick ten overall, is a defenseman in his prime with a high offensive impact. He produces points at a high rate, drives the power play, and shoots from everywhere, often getting to dangerous scoring areas while playing top-pair minutes.
His game is defined by his offensive contributions, though he tends to avoid physical play, which is a limitation in his overall defensive approach.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Edmonton Oilers |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 192 lb |
| Born | October 20, 1999 (age 27) in Oakville, Canada |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 1, Pick 10 — EDM |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 9 | 19 | 28 | +23 | 0 | 45 | 20.0% | 25:57 | 65.5% | 2.9 | 1.7 | 6.6 | 1.18 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +4.2 | +0.3 | +1.7 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 100th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 7 | 12 | 19 |
| Power Play | 2 | 7 | 9 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 9 | 19 | 28 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25:57 | 45 | 20.0% | 6 | 13 | 1.75 | 2.9 | 1.10 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 9 | 19 | 28 | 6.6 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 21 | 74 | 95 | 20.5 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 14 | 53 | 67 | 19.5 |
| 2023-24 | 81 | 18 | 64 | 82 | 21.7 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 8 | 32 | 40 | 8.9 |
| 2021-22 | 81 | 12 | 31 | 43 | 6.7 |
| 2020-21 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1.1 |
| 2018-19 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Evan Bouchard has been worth 6.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+4.2 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 21.7 in 2023-24.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evan Bouchard's GAR this season?
Evan Bouchard has been worth 6.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Evan Bouchard's WAR this season?
Evan Bouchard has been worth about 1.2 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 Evan Bouchard have this season?
Evan Bouchard has 9 goals and 19 assists for 28 points in 16 games this season.
Is Evan Bouchard a good defenseman?
Evan Bouchard ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (6.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Evan Bouchard's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Evan Bouchard has accumulated 85.2 career GAR and 361 points.
How tall is Evan Bouchard, and how much does he weigh?
Evan Bouchard is 6'3" tall and weighs 192 lb. Born October 20, 1999 (age 27) in Oakville, Canada.
How does Evan Bouchard score across situations in 2026-27?
Evan Bouchard has 19 even-strength points, 9 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Evan Bouchard's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Evan Bouchard has scored on 20.0% of 45 shots in 2026-27.