Gustav Forsling — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Gustav Forsling is an NHL defenseman for the Florida Panthers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Gustav Forsling has 2 points (1 goals, 1 assists) in 14 games, a 12-point pace over 84 games. He is 13th on the Florida Panthers in scoring. Both came at even strength. He is averaging 21:00 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Gustav Forsling is a defenseman whose impact is declining, reflected in a shrinking role and less impact than before. Despite being a fifth-round pick, he has played top-pair minutes, offering a solid overall presence as a veteran.
Forsling excels at suppressing chances at even strength, consistently limiting opponent opportunities. He is also known for his willingness to shoot from everywhere on the ice, contributing offensively in that manner.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Florida Panthers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 199 lb |
| Born | June 12, 1996 (age 30) in Linkoping, Sweden |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 5, Pick 126 — VAN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 6 | 19 | 5.3% | 21:00 | 48.4% | 0.7 | 0.1 | -1.0 | -0.18 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.0 | +0.1 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 19 | 5.3% | 0 | 1 | 0.14 | 0.7 | -0.06 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1.0 |
| 2025-26 | 80 | 2 | 26 | 28 | -0.8 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 11 | 20 | 31 | 4.6 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 10 | 29 | 39 | 4.1 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 13 | 28 | 41 | 3.8 |
| 2021-22 | 72 | 10 | 27 | 37 | 4.6 |
| 2020-21 | 43 | 5 | 12 | 17 | 2.8 |
| 2018-19 | 43 | 3 | 6 | 9 | -1.1 |
| 2017-18 | 41 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 0.6 |
| 2016-17 | 38 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Gustav Forsling has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), with even-strength offense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 4.6 in 2021-22.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gustav Forsling's GAR this season?
Gustav Forsling has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Gustav Forsling's WAR this season?
Gustav Forsling 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 Gustav Forsling have this season?
Gustav Forsling has 1 goals and 1 assists for 2 points in 14 games this season.
Is Gustav Forsling a good defenseman?
Gustav Forsling ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Gustav Forsling's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Gustav Forsling has accumulated 18.6 career GAR and 222 points.
How tall is Gustav Forsling, and how much does he weigh?
Gustav Forsling is 6'1" tall and weighs 199 lb. Born June 12, 1996 (age 30) in Linkoping, Sweden.
How does Gustav Forsling score across situations in 2026-27?
Gustav Forsling has 2 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Gustav Forsling's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Gustav Forsling has scored on 5.3% of 19 shots in 2026-27.