Kasperi Kapanen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Kasperi Kapanen is an NHL right wing for the Edmonton Oilers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Kasperi Kapanen has 9 points (4 goals, 5 assists) in 16 games, a 47-point pace over 84 games. He is 5th on the Edmonton Oilers in scoring. 2 of the 9 came at even strength and 6 on the power play. He is averaging 18:20 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Kasperi Kapanen serves as a modest contributor in his prime, typically playing third-line minutes. He fulfills his role within the lineup, providing depth to the forward group.
His consistent deployment in this capacity indicates he is relied upon to maintain a steady presence and contribute to the team's overall structure.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Edmonton Oilers |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 194 lb |
| Born | July 23, 1996 (age 30) in Kuopio, Finland |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 1, Pick 22 — PIT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 4 | 5 | 9 | -4 | 6 | 23 | 17.4% | 18:20 | 55.3% | 3.3 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.03 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.0 | +0.9 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 78th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Power Play | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Shorthanded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 4 | 5 | 9 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:20 | 23 | 17.4% | 4 | 1 | 0.56 | 3.3 | 0.10 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 0.2 |
| 2025-26 | 41 | 8 | 9 | 17 | 1.4 |
| 2024-25 | 67 | 6 | 8 | 14 | -0.1 |
| 2023-24 | 73 | 6 | 16 | 22 | -1.4 |
| 2022-23 | 66 | 15 | 19 | 34 | 3.7 |
| 2021-22 | 79 | 11 | 21 | 32 | 3.0 |
| 2020-21 | 40 | 11 | 19 | 30 | 4.6 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 13 | 23 | 36 | 3.2 |
| 2018-19 | 78 | 20 | 24 | 44 | 6.7 |
| 2017-18 | 38 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 1.9 |
| 2016-17 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.1 |
| 2015-16 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Kasperi Kapanen has been worth 0.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0.9 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 12 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 6.7 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 Kasperi Kapanen's GAR this season?
Kasperi Kapanen has been worth 0.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Kasperi Kapanen's WAR this season?
Kasperi Kapanen has been worth about 0.0 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 Kasperi Kapanen have this season?
Kasperi Kapanen has 4 goals and 5 assists for 9 points in 16 games this season.
Is Kasperi Kapanen a good right wing?
Kasperi Kapanen ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Kasperi Kapanen's career GAR?
Across 12 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Kasperi Kapanen has accumulated 22.3 career GAR and 248 points.
How tall is Kasperi Kapanen, and how much does he weigh?
Kasperi Kapanen is 6'1" tall and weighs 194 lb. Born July 23, 1996 (age 30) in Kuopio, Finland.
How does Kasperi Kapanen score across situations in 2026-27?
Kasperi Kapanen has 2 even-strength points, 6 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Kasperi Kapanen's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Kasperi Kapanen has scored on 17.4% of 23 shots in 2026-27.