Will Borgen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Will Borgen is an NHL defenseman for the Boston Bruins.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Will Borgen has 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) in 16 games, a 21-point pace over 84 games. He is 15th on the Boston Bruins in scoring. All 4 came at even strength. He is averaging 18:48 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Will Borgen is a defenseman in his prime whose impact is declining, leading to a shrinking role on the blueline. He plays second-pair minutes and is primarily known for a physical, hitting game that adds toughness to the defense.
While Borgen possesses a knack for finishing better than his chances suggest, his overall contribution remains modest. He is limited by his tendency to seldom generate quality offensive opportunities from his position.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Boston Bruins |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 199 lb |
| Born | December 19, 1996 (age 29) in Moorhead, United States |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 4, Pick 92 — BUF |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +16 | 14 | 13 | 15.4% | 18:48 | 41.1% | 1.2 | 0.4 | -0.2 | -0.04 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.6 | +0.0 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:48 | 13 | 15.4% | 0 | 2 | 0.25 | 1.2 | -0.00 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.2 |
| 2025-26 | 75 | 5 | 10 | 15 | -2.7 |
| 2024-25 | 84 | 5 | 10 | 15 | -0.3 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 3 | 22 | 25 | 2.6 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 3 | 17 | 20 | 1.4 |
| 2021-22 | 36 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 1.2 |
| 2020-21 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.7 |
| 2018-19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Will Borgen has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.6 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.6 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 Will Borgen's GAR this season?
Will Borgen has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Will Borgen's WAR this season?
Will Borgen has been worth about -0.0 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 Will Borgen have this season?
Will Borgen has 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points in 16 games this season.
Is Will Borgen a good defenseman?
Will Borgen ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Will Borgen's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Will Borgen has accumulated 1.5 career GAR and 87 points.
How tall is Will Borgen, and how much does he weigh?
Will Borgen is 6'3" tall and weighs 199 lb. Born December 19, 1996 (age 29) in Moorhead, United States.
How does Will Borgen score across situations in 2026-27?
Will Borgen has 4 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Will Borgen's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Will Borgen has scored on 15.4% of 13 shots in 2026-27.