Nils Hoglander — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nils Hoglander is an NHL left wing for the Nashville Predators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Nils Hoglander has 5 points (3 goals, 2 assists) in 15 games, a 28-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Nashville Predators in scoring. 4 of the 5 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 10:40 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Nils Hoglander, a left wing in his prime, is experiencing a declining role, now playing fourth-line or depth minutes with less impact than before. His overall contributions are modest, reflecting a shift in his on-ice presence.
A notable limitation in his game is that he rarely blocks shots, which is a consistent aspect of his defensive play and a factor in his overall effectiveness.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Nashville Predators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Born | December 20, 2000 (age 25) in Bockträsk, Sweden |
| Draft | 2019 — Round 2, Pick 40 — VAN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 3 | 2 | 5 | +5 | 6 | 18 | 16.7% | 10:40 | 47.0% | 2.3 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 0.17 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.3 | -0.1 | +0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 55th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Power Play | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 2 | 5 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:40 | 18 | 16.7% | 2 | 0 | 0.33 | 2.3 | 0.47 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1.0 |
| 2025-26 | 38 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -1.4 |
| 2024-25 | 72 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 2.6 |
| 2023-24 | 80 | 24 | 12 | 36 | 9.2 |
| 2022-23 | 25 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 0.3 |
| 2021-22 | 60 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 2.7 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 13 | 14 | 27 | 5.8 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Nils Hoglander has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.3 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 9.2 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 Nils Hoglander's GAR this season?
Nils Hoglander has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nils Hoglander's WAR this season?
Nils Hoglander has been worth about 0.2 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 Nils Hoglander have this season?
Nils Hoglander has 3 goals and 2 assists for 5 points in 15 games this season.
Is Nils Hoglander a good left wing?
Nils Hoglander ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nils Hoglander's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Nils Hoglander has accumulated 20.2 career GAR and 125 points.
How tall is Nils Hoglander, and how much does he weigh?
Nils Hoglander is 5'9" tall and weighs 185 lb. Born December 20, 2000 (age 25) in Bockträsk, Sweden.
How does Nils Hoglander score across situations in 2026-27?
Nils Hoglander has 4 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Nils Hoglander's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Nils Hoglander has scored on 16.7% of 18 shots in 2026-27.