Marcus Pettersson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Marcus Pettersson is an NHL defenseman for the New York Rangers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Marcus Pettersson has 2 points (0 goals, 2 assists) in 16 games, a 10-point pace over 84 games. He is 14th on the New York Rangers in scoring. 1 of the 2 came at even strength. He is averaging 20:44 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Marcus Pettersson is a defenseman whose impact is declining, now providing modest contributions despite playing top-pair minutes. In his prime, he is known for his willingness to get in front of shots, a key aspect of his defensive game.
A second-round pick, Pettersson's primary strength is his shot-blocking ability. While he continues to log significant minutes, his overall effectiveness on the ice has lessened.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | New York Rangers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'5" |
| Weight | 174 lb |
| Born | May 8, 1996 (age 30) in Skelleftea, Sweden |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 2, Pick 38 — ANA |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 0 | 2 | 2 | +0 | 8 | 10 | 0.0% | 20:44 | 42.6% | 0.8 | 0.1 | -1.4 | -0.26 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.3 | +0.1 | -0.0 | -0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 0 | 2 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:44 | 10 | 0.0% | 0 | 2 | 0.12 | 0.8 | -0.11 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -1.4 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 3 | 15 | 18 | -6.7 |
| 2024-25 | 78 | 4 | 25 | 29 | 2.4 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 4 | 26 | 30 | 2.4 |
| 2022-23 | 68 | 1 | 23 | 24 | 5.1 |
| 2021-22 | 72 | 2 | 17 | 19 | 2.7 |
| 2020-21 | 47 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 0.5 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 2 | 20 | 22 | 1.8 |
| 2018-19 | 84 | 2 | 23 | 25 | 2.5 |
| 2017-18 | 22 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Marcus Pettersson has been worth -1.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.1 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 Marcus Pettersson's GAR this season?
Marcus Pettersson has been worth -1.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Marcus Pettersson's WAR this season?
Marcus Pettersson has been worth about -0.3 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 Marcus Pettersson have this season?
Marcus Pettersson has 0 goals and 2 assists for 2 points in 16 games this season.
Is Marcus Pettersson a good defenseman?
Marcus Pettersson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Marcus Pettersson's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Marcus Pettersson has accumulated 9.2 career GAR and 182 points.
How tall is Marcus Pettersson, and how much does he weigh?
Marcus Pettersson is 6'5" tall and weighs 174 lb. Born May 8, 1996 (age 30) in Skelleftea, Sweden.
How does Marcus Pettersson score across situations in 2026-27?
Marcus Pettersson has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Marcus Pettersson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Marcus Pettersson has scored on 0.0% of 10 shots in 2026-27.