Ivan Barbashev — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ivan Barbashev is an NHL left wing for the Vegas Golden Knights. In the 2025-26 season Ivan Barbashev has 23 goals, 38 assists and 61 points in 82 games, worth 11.6 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Ivan Barbashev is a veteran left wing currently in the midst of a career-best offensive season at age 30. In his 10th year, he has recorded 61 points (23 goals, 38 assists) across 82 games, leading to a robust 11.9 GAR. This strong performance is primarily fueled by his even-strength offense, which contributes +5.4 GAR.
With 667 career games played and 351 total points (149 goals, 202 assists), Barbashev has established himself as a reliable middle-six forward. His current production suggests he is a key offensive contributor, particularly in even-strength situations.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Vegas Golden Knights |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 203 lb |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 2, Pick 33 — STL |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 23 | 38 | 61 | +20 | 14 | 133 | 17.3% | 16:15 | 52.5% | 19.1 | 0.5 | 11.6 | 2.11 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +10.7 | +3.1 | +0.8 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 89th, GAR 85th, WAR 85th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 82 | 23 | 38 | 61 | 11.6 |
| 2024-25 | 70 | 23 | 28 | 51 | 9.6 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 19 | 26 | 45 | -5.4 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 16 | 29 | 45 | -3.9 |
| 2021-22 | 81 | 26 | 34 | 60 | -11.9 |
| 2020-21 | 38 | 5 | 7 | 12 | -1.9 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 11 | 15 | 26 | 3.4 |
| 2018-19 | 80 | 14 | 12 | 26 | 4.5 |
| 2017-18 | 53 | 7 | 6 | 13 | 0.3 |
| 2016-17 | 30 | 5 | 7 | 12 | -0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Ivan Barbashev has been worth 11.6 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 85th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+10.7 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 11.6 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ivan Barbashev's GAR this season?
Ivan Barbashev has been worth 11.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 85th percentile of NHL players.
How many points does Ivan Barbashev have this season?
Ivan Barbashev has 23 goals and 38 assists for 61 points in 82 games this season.
Is Ivan Barbashev a good left wing?
Ivan Barbashev ranks in the 85th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (11.6) in the 2025-26 season.