Nikita Nesterenko — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nikita Nesterenko is an NHL center for the Anaheim Ducks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Nikita Nesterenko has 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) in 13 games, a 26-point pace over 84 games. He is 14th on the Anaheim Ducks in scoring. 3 of the 4 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 11:15 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A center early in his NHL career, Nikita Nesterenko brings a physical, hitting game and avoids taking penalties. He plays fourth-line or depth minutes, where he makes a modest impact.
Nesterenko seldom generates quality chances and rarely blocks shots. He also gives up chances at even strength, which limits his overall defensive contributions despite his physical style.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Anaheim Ducks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 203 lb |
| Born | September 10, 2001 (age 25) in Brooklyn, United States |
| Draft | 2019 — Round 6, Pick 172 — MIN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +0 | 2 | 17 | 11.8% | 11:15 | 49.4% | 2.5 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.06 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.5 | -0.1 | +0.2 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:15 | 17 | 11.8% | 1 | 1 | 0.31 | 2.5 | 0.27 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.3 |
| 2025-26 | 29 | 1 | 8 | 9 | -0.0 |
| 2024-25 | 20 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0.3 |
| 2023-24 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.2 |
| 2022-23 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Nikita Nesterenko has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.5 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 5 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.3 in 2024-25.
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 Nesterenko's GAR this season?
Nikita Nesterenko has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nikita Nesterenko's WAR this season?
Nikita Nesterenko 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 Nikita Nesterenko have this season?
Nikita Nesterenko has 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points in 13 games this season.
Is Nikita Nesterenko a good center?
Nikita Nesterenko ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nikita Nesterenko's career GAR?
Across 5 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Nikita Nesterenko has accumulated -0.5 career GAR and 21 points.
How tall is Nikita Nesterenko, and how much does he weigh?
Nikita Nesterenko is 6'2" tall and weighs 203 lb. Born September 10, 2001 (age 25) in Brooklyn, United States.
How does Nikita Nesterenko score across situations in 2026-27?
Nikita Nesterenko has 3 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Nikita Nesterenko's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Nikita Nesterenko has scored on 11.8% of 17 shots in 2026-27.