Nick Blankenburg — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nick Blankenburg is an NHL defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Nick Blankenburg has 1 points (1 goals, 0 assists) in 6 games, a 14-point pace over 84 games. He is 17th on the Toronto Maple Leafs in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 13:05 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
An undrafted defenseman, Nick Blankenburg plays third-pair or depth minutes, providing a solid impact in his prime. He is known for consistently staying out of the penalty box, which contributes significantly to disciplined team play.
This aspect of his game helps his team avoid disadvantageous situations and maintain consistent even-strength play.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Toronto Maple Leafs |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Weight | 177 lb |
| Born | May 12, 1998 (age 28) in Washington, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 | 6 | 16.7% | 13:05 | 50.3% | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 0.07 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.4 | -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 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:05 | 6 | 16.7% | 0 | 0 | 0.17 | 0.5 | 0.55 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.4 |
| 2025-26 | 61 | 8 | 16 | 24 | 3.8 |
| 2024-25 | 60 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 0.6 |
| 2023-24 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.1 |
| 2022-23 | 36 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 2.3 |
| 2021-22 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Nick Blankenburg has been worth 0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.4 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.8 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nick Blankenburg's GAR this season?
Nick Blankenburg has been worth 0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nick Blankenburg's WAR this season?
Nick Blankenburg 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 Nick Blankenburg have this season?
Nick Blankenburg has 1 goals and 0 assists for 1 points in 6 games this season.
Is Nick Blankenburg a good defenseman?
Nick Blankenburg ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nick Blankenburg's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Nick Blankenburg has accumulated 6.9 career GAR and 59 points.
How tall is Nick Blankenburg, and how much does he weigh?
Nick Blankenburg is 5'9" tall and weighs 177 lb. Born May 12, 1998 (age 28) in Washington, United States.
How does Nick Blankenburg score across situations in 2026-27?
Nick Blankenburg has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Nick Blankenburg's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Nick Blankenburg has scored on 16.7% of 6 shots in 2026-27.