Jesper Boqvist — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jesper Boqvist is an NHL center for the New Jersey Devils. In the 2025-26 season Jesper Boqvist has 4 goals, 9 assists and 13 points in 73 games, worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Jesper Boqvist is a depth center for the New Jersey Devils, currently seeing limited offensive production. In 73 games this season, he has recorded 4 goals and 9 assists for 13 points, contributing to a current GAR of -1.0. Over seven seasons, the 27-year-old has accumulated 105 points in 387 career games, with his peak GAR reaching 2.4 in the 2022-23 season.
His primary contribution this season comes from even-strength offense, though it registers a modest +0.2 GAR. This minimal offensive impact highlights his role as a bottom-six forward who struggles to consistently drive play. Despite his tenure, Boqvist has not established himself as a significant offensive presence, suggesting his current output aligns with a player fighting for a roster spot.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | New Jersey Devils |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 191 lb |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 2, Pick 36 — NJD |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 4 | 9 | 13 | -11 | 16 | 64 | 6.2% | 11:50 | 47.3% | 7.4 | 0.2 | -1.0 | -0.19 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -1.1 | -0.4 | -0.1 | +0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 27th, GAR 14th, WAR 14th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 73 | 4 | 9 | 13 | -1.0 |
| 2024-25 | 78 | 12 | 11 | 23 | 2.2 |
| 2023-24 | 47 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 1.0 |
| 2022-23 | 70 | 10 | 11 | 21 | 2.4 |
| 2021-22 | 56 | 10 | 13 | 23 | 1.9 |
| 2020-21 | 28 | 4 | 3 | 7 | -1.0 |
| 2019-20 | 35 | 4 | 0 | 4 | -4.1 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Jesper Boqvist has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 14th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by shorthanded defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-1.1).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.4 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesper Boqvist's GAR this season?
Jesper Boqvist has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 14th percentile of NHL players.
What is Jesper Boqvist's WAR this season?
Jesper Boqvist has been worth about -0.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 14th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Jesper Boqvist have this season?
Jesper Boqvist has 4 goals and 9 assists for 13 points in 73 games this season.
Is Jesper Boqvist a good center?
Jesper Boqvist ranks in the 14th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.0) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Jesper Boqvist's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jesper Boqvist has accumulated 1.3 career GAR and 105 points.
When was Jesper Boqvist drafted?
Jesper Boqvist was drafted in 2017 — Round 2, Pick 36 — NJD.