Oliver Ekman-Larsson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Oliver Ekman-Larsson is an NHL defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Oliver Ekman-Larsson has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 17 games, a 5-point pace over 84 games. He is 17th on the Toronto Maple Leafs in scoring. 0 of the 1 came at even strength. He is averaging 17:47 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Producing points at a high rate, Oliver Ekman-Larsson is a defenseman late in his career who plays second-pair minutes with a solid impact. A former first-round pick, he consistently contributes offensively.
However, he rarely blocks shots and takes penalties often, which are notable limitations in his game.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Toronto Maple Leafs |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Born | July 17, 1991 (age 35) in Karlskrona, Sweden |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 1, Pick 6 — PHX |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 14 | 14 | 0.0% | 17:47 | 46.8% | 0.8 | 0.1 | -1.0 | -0.18 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.1 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:47 | 14 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.06 | 0.8 | -0.10 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1.0 |
| 2025-26 | 78 | 8 | 31 | 39 | 4.0 |
| 2024-25 | 77 | 4 | 25 | 29 | 0.4 |
| 2023-24 | 80 | 9 | 23 | 32 | 3.7 |
| 2022-23 | 54 | 2 | 20 | 22 | 1.5 |
| 2021-22 | 79 | 5 | 24 | 29 | 2.1 |
| 2020-21 | 46 | 3 | 21 | 24 | 2.2 |
| 2019-20 | 66 | 9 | 21 | 30 | 1.3 |
| 2018-19 | 81 | 14 | 30 | 44 | 7.2 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 14 | 28 | 42 | 6.7 |
| 2016-17 | 79 | 12 | 27 | 39 | 1.8 |
| 2015-16 | 75 | 21 | 34 | 55 | 14.1 |
| 2014-15 | 82 | 23 | 20 | 43 | 7.7 |
| 2013-14 | 80 | 15 | 29 | 44 | 4.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Oliver Ekman-Larsson has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 14.1 in 2015-16.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Ekman-Larsson's GAR this season?
Oliver Ekman-Larsson has been worth -1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Oliver Ekman-Larsson's WAR this season?
Oliver Ekman-Larsson 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 Oliver Ekman-Larsson have this season?
Oliver Ekman-Larsson has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 17 games this season.
Is Oliver Ekman-Larsson a good defenseman?
Oliver Ekman-Larsson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Oliver Ekman-Larsson's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Oliver Ekman-Larsson has accumulated 56.0 career GAR and 473 points.
How tall is Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and how much does he weigh?
Oliver Ekman-Larsson is 6'2" tall and weighs 190 lb. Born July 17, 1991 (age 35) in Karlskrona, Sweden.
How does Oliver Ekman-Larsson score across situations in 2026-27?
Oliver Ekman-Larsson has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Oliver Ekman-Larsson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Oliver Ekman-Larsson has scored on 0.0% of 14 shots in 2026-27.