Joel Eriksson Ek — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Joel Eriksson Ek is an NHL center for the Minnesota Wild.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Joel Eriksson Ek has 15 points (6 goals, 9 assists) in 17 games, a 74-point pace over 84 games. He is 4th on the Minnesota Wild and is 50th in the NHL in scoring. 9 of the 15 came at even strength and 6 on the power play. He is averaging 20:03 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Joel Eriksson Ek, a center in his prime, provides a solid impact while playing top-line minutes. He is known for his ability to suppress chances at even strength.
Offensively, Eriksson Ek drives the power play, consistently gets to dangerous scoring areas, and shoots from everywhere.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Minnesota Wild |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 207 lb |
| Born | January 29, 1997 (age 29) in Karlstad, Sweden |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 1, Pick 20 — MIN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 6 | 9 | 15 | +12 | 12 | 58 | 10.3% | 20:03 | 66.3% | 10.4 | 1.1 | 4.2 | 0.76 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.0 | +0.4 | +0.9 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 93th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| Power Play | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 6 | 9 | 15 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:03 | 58 | 10.3% | 4 | 5 | 0.88 | 10.4 | 0.68 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 4.2 |
| 2025-26 | 70 | 19 | 32 | 51 | 6.2 |
| 2024-25 | 46 | 14 | 15 | 29 | 5.2 |
| 2023-24 | 77 | 30 | 34 | 64 | 8.4 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 23 | 38 | 61 | 5.8 |
| 2021-22 | 77 | 26 | 23 | 49 | 6.0 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 19 | 11 | 30 | 9.4 |
| 2019-20 | 62 | 8 | 21 | 29 | 2.0 |
| 2018-19 | 58 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 1.6 |
| 2017-18 | 75 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 0.1 |
| 2016-17 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 1.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Joel Eriksson Ek has been worth 4.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 9.4 in 2020-21.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joel Eriksson Ek's GAR this season?
Joel Eriksson Ek has been worth 4.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Joel Eriksson Ek's WAR this season?
Joel Eriksson Ek has been worth about 0.8 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 Joel Eriksson Ek have this season?
Joel Eriksson Ek has 6 goals and 9 assists for 15 points in 17 games this season.
Is Joel Eriksson Ek a good center?
Joel Eriksson Ek ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (4.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Joel Eriksson Ek's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Joel Eriksson Ek has accumulated 50.2 career GAR and 365 points.
How tall is Joel Eriksson Ek, and how much does he weigh?
Joel Eriksson Ek is 6'3" tall and weighs 207 lb. Born January 29, 1997 (age 29) in Karlstad, Sweden.
How does Joel Eriksson Ek score across situations in 2026-27?
Joel Eriksson Ek has 9 even-strength points, 6 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Joel Eriksson Ek's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Joel Eriksson Ek has scored on 10.3% of 58 shots in 2026-27.