Victor Hedman — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Victor Hedman is an NHL defenseman for the Tampa Bay Lightning. In the 2025-26 season Victor Hedman has 1 goals, 16 assists and 17 points in 33 games, worth 2.9 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
A cornerstone defenseman with 17 seasons and 1164 career games, Victor Hedman has had a storied career, accumulating 811 points (172 goals, 639 assists). While his peak GAR of 20.8 in 2016-17 showcased elite two-way play, the 35-year-old is now a veteran providing specialized contributions.
In his current season, Hedman has recorded 17 points (1 goal, 16 assists) through 33 games, with a GAR of 0.9. His most significant value driver is his shorthanded defense, contributing +0.4 GAR, highlighting his continued effectiveness in penalty-killing situations.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'7" |
| Weight | 244 lb |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 1, Pick 2 — TBL |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | 1 | 16 | 17 | -1 | 10 | 50 | 2.0% | 18:52 | 53.1% | 2.5 | 0.4 | 2.9 | 0.53 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.0 | +1.0 | +0.8 | +0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 37th, GAR 75th, WAR 75th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 33 | 1 | 16 | 17 | 2.9 |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 15 | 51 | 66 | 11.3 |
| 2023-24 | 78 | 13 | 63 | 76 | 9.7 |
| 2022-23 | 76 | 9 | 40 | 49 | 7.5 |
| 2021-22 | 82 | 20 | 65 | 85 | 16.4 |
| 2020-21 | 54 | 9 | 36 | 45 | 10.8 |
| 2019-20 | 66 | 11 | 44 | 55 | 11.9 |
| 2018-19 | 70 | 12 | 42 | 54 | 12.3 |
| 2017-18 | 77 | 17 | 46 | 63 | 12.0 |
| 2016-17 | 79 | 16 | 56 | 72 | 17.9 |
| 2015-16 | 78 | 10 | 37 | 47 | 12.8 |
| 2014-15 | 59 | 10 | 28 | 38 | 5.8 |
| 2013-14 | 75 | 13 | 42 | 55 | 11.0 |
| 2012-13 | 44 | 4 | 16 | 20 | 1.7 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Victor Hedman has been worth 2.9 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 75th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0.1).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 17.9 in 2016-17.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Victor Hedman's GAR this season?
Victor Hedman has been worth 2.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 75th percentile of NHL players.
What is Victor Hedman's WAR this season?
Victor Hedman has been worth about 0.5 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 75th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Victor Hedman have this season?
Victor Hedman has 1 goals and 16 assists for 17 points in 33 games this season.
Is Victor Hedman a good defenseman?
Victor Hedman ranks in the 75th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (2.9) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Victor Hedman's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Victor Hedman has accumulated 144.1 career GAR and 742 points.
When was Victor Hedman drafted?
Victor Hedman was drafted in 2009 — Round 1, Pick 2 — TBL.