Jesperi Kotkaniemi — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jesperi Kotkaniemi is an NHL center for the Carolina Hurricanes.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jesperi Kotkaniemi has 7 points (4 goals, 3 assists) in 15 games, a 39-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Carolina Hurricanes in scoring. All 7 came at even strength. He is averaging 11:50 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jesperi Kotkaniemi's impact has declined, placing him in a shrinking role where he now plays fourth-line or depth minutes. Once a first-round pick, third overall, the center provides a modest impact.
His role has diminished, reflecting a reduced influence on games.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 212 lb |
| Born | July 6, 2000 (age 26) in Pori, Finland |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 1, Pick 3 — MTL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 4 | 3 | 7 | +5 | 6 | 14 | 28.6% | 11:50 | 61.0% | 1.1 | 0.6 | 1.4 | 0.25 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.3 | +0.1 | -0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 69th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 3 | 7 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:50 | 14 | 28.6% | 3 | 0 | 0.47 | 1.1 | 0.70 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 1.4 |
| 2025-26 | 42 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 0.0 |
| 2024-25 | 78 | 12 | 21 | 33 | 4.4 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 12 | 15 | 27 | 4.1 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 18 | 25 | 43 | 5.1 |
| 2021-22 | 66 | 12 | 17 | 29 | 5.7 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 5 | 15 | 20 | 2.4 |
| 2019-20 | 36 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 0.7 |
| 2018-19 | 79 | 11 | 23 | 34 | 5.8 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jesperi Kotkaniemi has been worth 1.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.3 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.8 in 2018-19.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesperi Kotkaniemi's GAR this season?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi has been worth 1.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jesperi Kotkaniemi's WAR this season?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi 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 Jesperi Kotkaniemi have this season?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi has 4 goals and 3 assists for 7 points in 15 games this season.
Is Jesperi Kotkaniemi a good center?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jesperi Kotkaniemi's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jesperi Kotkaniemi has accumulated 29.5 career GAR and 210 points.
How tall is Jesperi Kotkaniemi, and how much does he weigh?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi is 6'3" tall and weighs 212 lb. Born July 6, 2000 (age 26) in Pori, Finland.
How does Jesperi Kotkaniemi score across situations in 2026-27?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi has 7 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jesperi Kotkaniemi's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi has scored on 28.6% of 14 shots in 2026-27.