Juuso Välimäki — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Juuso Välimäki is an NHL defenseman for the Carolina Hurricanes.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Juuso Välimäki has 3 points (2 goals, 1 assists) in 7 games, a 36-point pace over 84 games. He is 18th on the Carolina Hurricanes in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 14:35 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Juuso Välimäki, a former first-round pick, is a defenseman who stays out of the penalty box. In his prime, he plays third-pair or depth minutes, consistently providing a solid impact in his role.
Välimäki's disciplined play is a key aspect of his game. He consistently fulfills his defensive responsibilities without taking many penalties, contributing reliably from the backend.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 201 lb |
| Born | October 6, 1998 (age 28) in Tampere, Finland |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 1, Pick 16 — CGY |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | +8 | 2 | 8 | 25.0% | 14:35 | 66.4% | 0.5 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 0.18 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.9 | +0.0 | -0.0 | +0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 35th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:35 | 8 | 25.0% | 0 | 1 | 0.43 | 0.5 | 0.85 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1.0 |
| 2024-25 | 43 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0.7 |
| 2023-24 | 68 | 2 | 15 | 17 | 2.9 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 4 | 30 | 34 | 4.8 |
| 2021-22 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.4 |
| 2020-21 | 49 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 1.2 |
| 2018-19 | 24 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Juuso Välimäki has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.9 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 4.8 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 Juuso Välimäki's GAR this season?
Juuso Välimäki has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Juuso Välimäki's WAR this season?
Juuso Välimäki has been worth about 0.2 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 Juuso Välimäki have this season?
Juuso Välimäki has 2 goals and 1 assists for 3 points in 7 games this season.
Is Juuso Välimäki a good defenseman?
Juuso Välimäki ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Juuso Välimäki's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Juuso Välimäki has accumulated 11.0 career GAR and 75 points.
How tall is Juuso Välimäki, and how much does he weigh?
Juuso Välimäki is 6'2" tall and weighs 201 lb. Born October 6, 1998 (age 28) in Tampere, Finland.
How does Juuso Välimäki score across situations in 2026-27?
Juuso Välimäki has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Juuso Välimäki's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Juuso Välimäki has scored on 25.0% of 8 shots in 2026-27.