Mike Benning — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Mike Benning is an NHL defenseman for the Florida Panthers. In the 2025-26 season Mike Benning has 2 goals, 4 assists and 6 points in 18 games, worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Mike Benning is a rookie defenseman for the Florida Panthers, currently making his NHL debut in the 2025-26 season. In his first 18 games, he has contributed 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points, establishing an early offensive presence from the blueline. His initial impact is reflected in a 0.8 GAR for the season.
Benning's primary value driver in his first taste of NHL action has been even-strength offense, accounting for +0.4 GAR. This suggests an offense-first blueliner who is beginning to showcase his ability to generate scoring chances and contribute to the attack at even strength.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Florida Panthers |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Draft | 2020 — Round 4, Pick 95 — FLA |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -4 | 2 | 15 | 13.3% | 16:54 | 51.8% | 1.2 | 0.2 | -0.3 | 0.16 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.6 | -0.3 | +0.1 | +0.0 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 18 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Mike Benning has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.6 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mike Benning's GAR this season?
Mike Benning has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season.
How many points does Mike Benning have this season?
Mike Benning has 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points in 18 games this season.
Is Mike Benning a good defenseman?
Mike Benning ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.3) in the 2025-26 season.