Nikita Kucherov — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nikita Kucherov is an NHL right wing for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Nikita Kucherov has 20 points (4 goals, 16 assists) in 14 games, a 120-point pace over 84 games. He leads the Tampa Bay Lightning and is 15th in the NHL in scoring. 14 of the 20 came at even strength and 6 on the power play. He is averaging 21:02 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Nikita Kucherov is a veteran right wing who plays top-line minutes and has a high impact on the game. He produces points at a high rate, shooting from everywhere and getting to dangerous scoring areas. He also drives the power play effectively.
Despite his offensive prowess, Kucherov gives up chances at even strength and avoids physical play. These limitations do not significantly detract from his substantial offensive contributions.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 173 lb |
| Born | June 17, 1993 (age 33) in Maykop, Russia |
| Draft | 2011 — Round 2, Pick 58 — TBL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 4 | 16 | 20 | +6 | 6 | 38 | 10.5% | 21:02 | 61.7% | 4.4 | 1.1 | 3.6 | 0.64 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.2 | -0.2 | +0.9 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 98th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 11 | 14 |
| Power Play | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 16 | 20 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:02 | 38 | 10.5% | 12 | 4 | 1.43 | 4.4 | 0.53 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 20 | 3.6 |
| 2025-26 | 77 | 44 | 86 | 130 | 29.2 |
| 2024-25 | 78 | 37 | 84 | 121 | 29.9 |
| 2023-24 | 81 | 44 | 100 | 144 | 34.6 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 30 | 83 | 113 | 25.7 |
| 2021-22 | 47 | 25 | 44 | 69 | 14.4 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 33 | 52 | 85 | 19.8 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 41 | 87 | 128 | 27.6 |
| 2017-18 | 80 | 39 | 61 | 100 | 25.0 |
| 2016-17 | 74 | 40 | 45 | 85 | 20.4 |
| 2015-16 | 77 | 30 | 36 | 66 | 17.5 |
| 2014-15 | 82 | 29 | 36 | 65 | 20.3 |
| 2013-14 | 52 | 9 | 9 | 18 | 5.8 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Nikita Kucherov has been worth 3.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.2 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 34.6 in 2023-24.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nikita Kucherov's GAR this season?
Nikita Kucherov has been worth 3.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nikita Kucherov's WAR this season?
Nikita Kucherov has been worth about 0.6 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 Nikita Kucherov have this season?
Nikita Kucherov has 4 goals and 16 assists for 20 points in 14 games this season.
Is Nikita Kucherov a good right wing?
Nikita Kucherov ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (3.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nikita Kucherov's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Nikita Kucherov has accumulated 273.7 career GAR and 1144 points.
How tall is Nikita Kucherov, and how much does he weigh?
Nikita Kucherov is 6'0" tall and weighs 173 lb. Born June 17, 1993 (age 33) in Maykop, Russia.
How does Nikita Kucherov score across situations in 2026-27?
Nikita Kucherov has 14 even-strength points, 6 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Nikita Kucherov's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Nikita Kucherov has scored on 10.5% of 38 shots in 2026-27.