Mika Zibanejad — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Mika Zibanejad is an NHL center for the New York Rangers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Mika Zibanejad has 12 points (3 goals, 9 assists) in 16 games, a 63-point pace over 84 games. He is 3rd on the New York Rangers and is 88th in the NHL in scoring. 9 of the 12 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 20:32 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Mika Zibanejad is a veteran center who drives the power play and produces points at a high rate. Playing top-line minutes, he provides solid overall impact with his offensive contributions.
Zibanejad also shoots from everywhere on the ice and suppresses chances at even strength, making him effective in multiple situations and a well-rounded presence.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | New York Rangers |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 208 lb |
| Born | April 18, 1993 (age 33) in Stockholm, Sweden |
| Draft | 2011 — Round 1, Pick 6 — OTT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 3 | 9 | 12 | -4 | 4 | 31 | 9.7% | 20:32 | 53.9% | 3.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.08 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.5 | +0.1 | +0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 87th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 8 | 9 |
| Power Play | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 3 | 9 | 12 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:32 | 31 | 9.7% | 2 | 7 | 0.75 | 3.8 | -0.09 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 3 | 9 | 12 | 0.4 |
| 2025-26 | 81 | 34 | 44 | 78 | 11.9 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 20 | 42 | 62 | 9.0 |
| 2023-24 | 81 | 26 | 46 | 72 | 10.4 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 39 | 52 | 91 | 15.5 |
| 2021-22 | 81 | 29 | 52 | 81 | 11.1 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 24 | 26 | 50 | 4.6 |
| 2019-20 | 57 | 41 | 34 | 75 | 14.6 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 30 | 44 | 74 | 10.1 |
| 2017-18 | 72 | 27 | 20 | 47 | 9.7 |
| 2016-17 | 56 | 14 | 23 | 37 | 8.1 |
| 2015-16 | 81 | 21 | 30 | 51 | 10.6 |
| 2014-15 | 80 | 20 | 26 | 46 | 11.2 |
| 2013-14 | 69 | 16 | 17 | 33 | 9.5 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Mika Zibanejad has been worth 0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.5 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 15.5 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 Mika Zibanejad's GAR this season?
Mika Zibanejad has been worth 0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Mika Zibanejad's WAR this season?
Mika Zibanejad 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 Mika Zibanejad have this season?
Mika Zibanejad has 3 goals and 9 assists for 12 points in 16 games this season.
Is Mika Zibanejad a good center?
Mika Zibanejad ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Mika Zibanejad's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Mika Zibanejad has accumulated 136.8 career GAR and 809 points.
How tall is Mika Zibanejad, and how much does he weigh?
Mika Zibanejad is 6'2" tall and weighs 208 lb. Born April 18, 1993 (age 33) in Stockholm, Sweden.
How does Mika Zibanejad score across situations in 2026-27?
Mika Zibanejad has 9 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Mika Zibanejad's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Mika Zibanejad has scored on 9.7% of 31 shots in 2026-27.