Nikita Nesterenko — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nikita Nesterenko is an NHL center for the Anaheim Ducks. In the 2025-26 season Nikita Nesterenko has 1 goals, 8 assists and 9 points in 29 games, worth -0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
A young center with a developing defensive game, Nikita Nesterenko has shown positive contributions in limited NHL action. The 24-year-old has played 61 career games across four seasons, achieving a current and peak GAR of 1.0 in 2025-26.
In his 29 current games, Nesterenko has recorded 1 goal and 8 assists for 9 points. His most significant impact comes from his even-strength defensive play, where he has contributed a strong +1.5 GAR, highlighting his value in his own zone.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Anaheim Ducks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 203 lb |
| Draft | 2019 — Round 6, Pick 172 — MIN |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 1 | 8 | 9 | -2 | 8 | 31 | 3.2% | 12:15 | 45.8% | 3.1 | 0.3 | -0.7 | 0.03 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.0 | +1.2 | -0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 17th, GAR 30th, WAR 30th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 29 | 1 | 8 | 9 | -0.7 |
| 2024-25 | 20 | 4 | 2 | 6 | -0.4 |
| 2023-24 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.1 |
| 2022-23 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Nikita Nesterenko has been worth -0.7 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 30th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+1.2 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.1 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 Nesterenko's GAR this season?
Nikita Nesterenko has been worth -0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 30th percentile of NHL players.
How many points does Nikita Nesterenko have this season?
Nikita Nesterenko has 1 goals and 8 assists for 9 points in 29 games this season.
Is Nikita Nesterenko a good center?
Nikita Nesterenko ranks in the 30th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.7) in the 2025-26 season.