Konsta Helenius — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Konsta Helenius is an NHL center for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Konsta Helenius has 3 points (1 goals, 2 assists) in 11 games, a 23-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 13:00 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Konsta Helenius made his NHL debut in the 2025-26 season, appearing in 9 games for the Buffalo Sabres as a 20-year-old center. In his inaugural campaign, he registered 1 goal and 3 assists for 4 points, showing early flashes of offensive potential in a limited sample size.
Helenius posted a positive 1.3 GAR in 2025-26, which also stands as his career peak, suggesting a promising start to his professional career despite his brief time on the ice. His initial impact indicates a player capable of contributing value to his team.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Born | May 11, 2006 (age 20) in Ylojarvi, Finland |
| Draft | 2024 — Round 1, Pick 14 — BUF |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -2 | 2 | 12 | 8.3% | 13:00 | 48.8% | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.10 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.6 | +0.0 | -0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 12 | 8.3% | 2 | 0 | 0.27 | 1.3 | 0.24 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.6 |
| 2025-26 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Konsta Helenius has been worth 0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.6 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Konsta Helenius's GAR this season?
Konsta Helenius has been worth 0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Konsta Helenius's WAR this season?
Konsta Helenius has been worth about 0.1 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 Konsta Helenius have this season?
Konsta Helenius has 1 goals and 2 assists for 3 points in 11 games this season.
Is Konsta Helenius a good center?
Konsta Helenius ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Konsta Helenius's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Konsta Helenius has accumulated 1.9 career GAR and 7 points.
How tall is Konsta Helenius, and how much does he weigh?
Konsta Helenius is 5'11" tall and weighs 190 lb. Born May 11, 2006 (age 20) in Ylojarvi, Finland.
How does Konsta Helenius score across situations in 2026-27?
Konsta Helenius has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Konsta Helenius's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Konsta Helenius has scored on 8.3% of 12 shots in 2026-27.