Quinn Hughes — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Quinn Hughes is an NHL defenseman for the Minnesota Wild.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Quinn Hughes has 22 points (5 goals, 17 assists) in 17 games, a 109-point pace over 84 games. He is 2nd on the Minnesota Wild and is 7th in the NHL in scoring. 14 of the 22 came at even strength and 8 on the power play. He is averaging 27:52 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Quinn Hughes is a defenseman in his prime, providing a high level of play for his position. He consistently generates a high volume of points, driving the power play and creating scoring chances by shooting from all areas and getting to dangerous spots on the ice while playing top-pair minutes.
Hughes tends to avoid physical engagements, which is his primary limitation. He remains a key offensive force for his team.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Minnesota Wild |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Born | October 14, 1999 (age 27) in Orlando, United States |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 1, Pick 7 — VAN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 5 | 17 | 22 | +9 | 2 | 48 | 10.4% | 27:52 | 66.7% | 3.0 | 1.4 | 5.9 | 1.06 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.9 | +0.2 | +1.4 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 99th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 11 | 14 |
| Power Play | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 5 | 17 | 22 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27:52 | 48 | 10.4% | 9 | 8 | 1.29 | 3.0 | 0.70 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 5 | 17 | 22 | 5.9 |
| 2025-26 | 74 | 7 | 69 | 76 | 21.8 |
| 2024-25 | 68 | 16 | 60 | 76 | 19.0 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 17 | 75 | 92 | 19.8 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 7 | 69 | 76 | 11.9 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 8 | 60 | 68 | 12.2 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 3 | 38 | 41 | 6.3 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 8 | 45 | 53 | 12.3 |
| 2018-19 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Quinn Hughes has been worth 5.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.9 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 21.8 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quinn Hughes's GAR this season?
Quinn Hughes has been worth 5.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Quinn Hughes's WAR this season?
Quinn Hughes has been worth about 1.1 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 Quinn Hughes have this season?
Quinn Hughes has 5 goals and 17 assists for 22 points in 17 games this season.
Is Quinn Hughes a good defenseman?
Quinn Hughes ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (5.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Quinn Hughes's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Quinn Hughes has accumulated 110.1 career GAR and 507 points.
How tall is Quinn Hughes, and how much does he weigh?
Quinn Hughes is 5'10" tall and weighs 180 lb. Born October 14, 1999 (age 27) in Orlando, United States.
How does Quinn Hughes score across situations in 2026-27?
Quinn Hughes has 14 even-strength points, 8 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Quinn Hughes's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Quinn Hughes has scored on 10.4% of 48 shots in 2026-27.