Evgeni Malkin — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Evgeni Malkin is an NHL center for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Evgeni Malkin has 11 points (6 goals, 5 assists) in 13 games, a 71-point pace over 84 games. He is 3rd on the Pittsburgh Penguins in scoring. 9 of the 11 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 17:03 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Evgeni Malkin, a first-round draft pick, pick two overall, maintains a high offensive impact as a center late in his career. He produces points at a high rate, drives the power play, and shoots from everywhere while playing second-line minutes.
Despite his significant offensive contributions, he gives up chances at even strength, takes penalties often, and tends to avoid physical play, which are limitations in his overall game.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'5" |
| Weight | 213 lb |
| Born | July 31, 1986 (age 40) in Magnitogorsk, Russia |
| Draft | 2004 — Round 1, Pick 2 — PIT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 6 | 5 | 11 | +1 | 6 | 27 | 22.2% | 17:03 | 58.6% | 3.6 | 0.6 | 1.9 | 0.35 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.9 | -0.2 | +0.2 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 85th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| Power Play | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 6 | 5 | 11 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:03 | 27 | 22.2% | 2 | 3 | 0.85 | 3.6 | 0.26 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 1.9 |
| 2025-26 | 56 | 19 | 42 | 61 | 12.4 |
| 2024-25 | 68 | 16 | 34 | 50 | 6.5 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 27 | 40 | 67 | 9.8 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 27 | 56 | 83 | 14.0 |
| 2021-22 | 41 | 20 | 22 | 42 | 7.6 |
| 2020-21 | 33 | 8 | 20 | 28 | 2.7 |
| 2019-20 | 55 | 25 | 49 | 74 | 16.2 |
| 2018-19 | 68 | 21 | 51 | 72 | 11.5 |
| 2017-18 | 78 | 42 | 56 | 98 | 21.0 |
| 2016-17 | 62 | 33 | 39 | 72 | 14.1 |
| 2015-16 | 57 | 27 | 31 | 58 | 12.1 |
| 2014-15 | 69 | 28 | 42 | 70 | 15.6 |
| 2013-14 | 60 | 23 | 49 | 72 | 16.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Evgeni Malkin has been worth 1.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.9 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 21.0 in 2017-18.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evgeni Malkin's GAR this season?
Evgeni Malkin has been worth 1.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Evgeni Malkin's WAR this season?
Evgeni Malkin has been worth about 0.3 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 Evgeni Malkin have this season?
Evgeni Malkin has 6 goals and 5 assists for 11 points in 13 games this season.
Is Evgeni Malkin a good center?
Evgeni Malkin ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Evgeni Malkin's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Evgeni Malkin has accumulated 162.3 career GAR and 858 points.
How tall is Evgeni Malkin, and how much does he weigh?
Evgeni Malkin is 6'5" tall and weighs 213 lb. Born July 31, 1986 (age 40) in Magnitogorsk, Russia.
How does Evgeni Malkin score across situations in 2026-27?
Evgeni Malkin has 9 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Evgeni Malkin's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Evgeni Malkin has scored on 22.2% of 27 shots in 2026-27.