Simon Edvinsson — Stats & Advanced Analytics

Simon Edvinsson is an NHL defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings.

Scouting Report

Simon Edvinsson, a first-round pick at sixth overall, is early in his NHL career but already plays top-pair minutes. He shows promise as a developing defender with solid impact, getting in front of shots and finishing better than his chances suggest.

However, Edvinsson takes penalties often, an area for refinement as he progresses. He is entrusted with significant responsibility, indicating his potential to grow into a key role on the backend.

Player Profile

PositionDefenseman
TeamDetroit Red Wings
Shoots / CatchesL
Height6'6"
Weight222 lb
BornFebruary 5, 2003 (age 23) in Kungsbacka, Sweden
Draft2021 — Round 1, Pick 6 — DET

Career by Season (Regular Season)

SeasonGPGAPGAR
2025-2672916253.2
2024-2578724312.8
2023-24161120.0
2022-2392020.6

Analysis

Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.2 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 Simon Edvinsson's career GAR?

Across 4 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Simon Edvinsson has accumulated 6.7 career GAR and 60 points.

When was Simon Edvinsson drafted?

Simon Edvinsson was drafted in 2021 — Round 1, Pick 6 — DET.

How tall is Simon Edvinsson, and how much does he weigh?

Simon Edvinsson is 6'6" tall and weighs 222 lb. Born February 5, 2003 (age 23) in Kungsbacka, Sweden.