Matt Kiersted — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Matt Kiersted is an NHL defenseman for the Minnesota Wild.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Matt Kiersted has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 9 games, a 9-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Minnesota Wild in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 12:24 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Matt Kiersted is a depth defenseman for the Minnesota Wild, with limited NHL experience despite being in his fifth professional season. Across his career, he has played just 45 games, tallying 2 goals and 6 assists for 8 points. His most impactful season to date was in 2022-23, where he recorded a peak GAR of 1.3.
In 2025-26, the 28-year-old has appeared in only 6 games, contributing 1 assist and a -0.1 GAR. His value driver, even-strength defense, provided a minimal +0.1 GAR, indicating a very limited overall impact. These numbers suggest Kiersted remains a fringe NHL player, primarily serving as organizational depth.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Minnesota Wild |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 182 lb |
| Born | April 14, 1998 (age 28) in Elk River, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | +5 | 0 | 8 | 0.0% | 12:24 | 54.1% | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.06 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.2 | +0.0 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:24 | 8 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.11 | 0.4 | 0.38 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.3 |
| 2025-26 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0 |
| 2024-25 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.1 |
| 2022-23 | 20 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1.1 |
| 2021-22 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.4 |
| 2020-21 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Matt Kiersted has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.2 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.1 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 Matt Kiersted's GAR this season?
Matt Kiersted has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matt Kiersted's WAR this season?
Matt Kiersted 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 Matt Kiersted have this season?
Matt Kiersted has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 9 games this season.
Is Matt Kiersted a good defenseman?
Matt Kiersted ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matt Kiersted's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Matt Kiersted has accumulated 2.0 career GAR and 9 points.
How tall is Matt Kiersted, and how much does he weigh?
Matt Kiersted is 6'0" tall and weighs 182 lb. Born April 14, 1998 (age 28) in Elk River, United States.
How does Matt Kiersted score across situations in 2026-27?
Matt Kiersted has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Matt Kiersted's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Matt Kiersted has scored on 0.0% of 8 shots in 2026-27.