Josh Anderson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Josh Anderson is an NHL right wing for the Montréal Canadiens.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Josh Anderson has 10 points (7 goals, 3 assists) in 15 games, a 56-point pace over 84 games. He is 5th on the Montréal Canadiens in scoring. All 10 came at even strength. He is averaging 14:36 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A veteran right wing, Josh Anderson brings a physical, hitting game to his third-line minutes, though his overall impact is modest. His aggressive style is a notable strength.
However, Anderson often takes penalties and gives up chances at even strength, which can limit his effectiveness. He is deployed in a role that emphasizes his physical presence.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Montréal Canadiens |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 226 lb |
| Born | May 7, 1994 (age 32) in Burlington, Canada |
| Draft | 2012 — Round 4, Pick 95 — CBJ |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 7 | 3 | 10 | +7 | 14 | 32 | 21.9% | 14:36 | 44.2% | 5.1 | 0.6 | 2.3 | 0.41 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +2.3 | -0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 82th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 3 | 10 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:36 | 32 | 21.9% | 1 | 2 | 0.67 | 5.1 | 0.66 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 2.3 |
| 2025-26 | 72 | 14 | 9 | 23 | 1.1 |
| 2024-25 | 81 | 15 | 12 | 27 | 1.9 |
| 2023-24 | 78 | 9 | 11 | 20 | -1.7 |
| 2022-23 | 69 | 21 | 11 | 32 | 4.3 |
| 2021-22 | 69 | 19 | 13 | 32 | 5.1 |
| 2020-21 | 52 | 17 | 7 | 24 | 5.2 |
| 2019-20 | 26 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -0.4 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 27 | 20 | 47 | 8.9 |
| 2017-18 | 63 | 19 | 11 | 30 | 7.8 |
| 2016-17 | 78 | 17 | 12 | 29 | 6.9 |
| 2015-16 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -0.0 |
| 2014-15 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Josh Anderson has been worth 2.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+2.3 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 8.9 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 Josh Anderson's GAR this season?
Josh Anderson has been worth 2.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Josh Anderson's WAR this season?
Josh Anderson has been worth about 0.4 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 Josh Anderson have this season?
Josh Anderson has 7 goals and 3 assists for 10 points in 15 games this season.
Is Josh Anderson a good right wing?
Josh Anderson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (2.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Josh Anderson's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Josh Anderson has accumulated 40.7 career GAR and 283 points.
How tall is Josh Anderson, and how much does he weigh?
Josh Anderson is 6'3" tall and weighs 226 lb. Born May 7, 1994 (age 32) in Burlington, Canada.
How does Josh Anderson score across situations in 2026-27?
Josh Anderson has 10 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Josh Anderson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Josh Anderson has scored on 21.9% of 32 shots in 2026-27.