Nico Hischier — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nico Hischier is an NHL center for the New Jersey Devils.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Nico Hischier has 10 points (7 goals, 3 assists) in 15 games, a 56-point pace over 84 games. He is 4th on the New Jersey Devils in scoring. 4 of the 10 came at even strength and 6 on the power play. He is averaging 18:03 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
As a first-overall pick, Nico Hischier has developed into a highly impactful center in his prime, consistently playing top-line minutes. He drives the power play effectively, frequently gets to dangerous scoring areas, and shoots from everywhere on the ice.
Hischier also excels defensively, consistently suppressing chances at even strength, making him a complete player who contributes significantly at both ends of the rink.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | New Jersey Devils |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 200 lb |
| Born | January 4, 1999 (age 27) in Naters , Switzerland |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 1, Pick 1 — NJD |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 7 | 3 | 10 | +4 | 4 | 33 | 21.2% | 18:03 | 62.7% | 5.9 | 0.8 | 2.0 | 0.36 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.1 | +0.2 | +0.9 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 82th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Power Play | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 3 | 10 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:03 | 33 | 21.2% | 2 | 1 | 0.67 | 5.9 | 0.41 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 2.0 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 28 | 38 | 66 | 11.4 |
| 2024-25 | 75 | 35 | 34 | 69 | 15.5 |
| 2023-24 | 71 | 27 | 40 | 67 | 14.6 |
| 2022-23 | 81 | 31 | 49 | 80 | 16.4 |
| 2021-22 | 70 | 21 | 39 | 60 | 8.3 |
| 2020-21 | 21 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 0.0 |
| 2019-20 | 58 | 14 | 22 | 36 | 6.0 |
| 2018-19 | 69 | 17 | 30 | 47 | 8.6 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 20 | 32 | 52 | 11.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Nico Hischier has been worth 2.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.1 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 16.4 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 Nico Hischier's GAR this season?
Nico Hischier has been worth 2.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nico Hischier's WAR this season?
Nico Hischier has been worth about 0.4 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 Nico Hischier have this season?
Nico Hischier has 7 goals and 3 assists for 10 points in 15 games this season.
Is Nico Hischier a good center?
Nico Hischier ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (2.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nico Hischier's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Nico Hischier has accumulated 94.2 career GAR and 498 points.
How tall is Nico Hischier, and how much does he weigh?
Nico Hischier is 6'1" tall and weighs 200 lb. Born January 4, 1999 (age 27) in Naters , Switzerland.
How does Nico Hischier score across situations in 2026-27?
Nico Hischier has 4 even-strength points, 6 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Nico Hischier's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Nico Hischier has scored on 21.2% of 33 shots in 2026-27.