Ilya Protas — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ilya Protas is an NHL left wing for the Washington Capitals.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Ilya Protas has 6 points (1 goals, 5 assists) in 14 games, a 36-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Washington Capitals in scoring. 5 of the 6 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 11:33 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Ilya Protas, a recent third-round draft pick, made his NHL debut in 2025-26, getting his first look at the professional level. The young left wing appeared in 4 games for the Washington Capitals during that season.
In his brief 2025-26 stint, Protas registered 1 goal and 3 assists for 4 points. While showing some early offensive flashes, his overall GAR was -0.1, with a negligible impact in even-strength offense.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Washington Capitals |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'5" |
| Weight | 198 lb |
| Born | July 18, 2006 (age 20) in Vitebsk, Belarus |
| Draft | 2024 — Round 3, Pick 75 — WSH |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -1 | 0 | 11 | 9.1% | 11:33 | 55.0% | 1.9 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 0.17 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.0 | -0.1 | +0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 65th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 5 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:33 | 11 | 9.1% | 4 | 1 | 0.43 | 1.9 | 0.38 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0.9 |
| 2025-26 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Ilya Protas has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ilya Protas's GAR this season?
Ilya Protas has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ilya Protas's WAR this season?
Ilya Protas 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 Ilya Protas have this season?
Ilya Protas has 1 goals and 5 assists for 6 points in 14 games this season.
Is Ilya Protas a good left wing?
Ilya Protas ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ilya Protas's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Ilya Protas has accumulated 0.7 career GAR and 10 points.
How tall is Ilya Protas, and how much does he weigh?
Ilya Protas is 6'5" tall and weighs 198 lb. Born July 18, 2006 (age 20) in Vitebsk, Belarus.
How does Ilya Protas score across situations in 2026-27?
Ilya Protas has 5 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Ilya Protas's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Ilya Protas has scored on 9.1% of 11 shots in 2026-27.