William Eklund — Stats & Advanced Analytics
William Eklund is an NHL left wing for the Ottawa Senators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, William Eklund has 2 points (1 goals, 1 assists) in 4 games. He is 18th on the Ottawa Senators in scoring. 1 of the 2 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 13:56 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
William Eklund, a first-round draft pick, is a left wing early in his NHL career who plays top-line minutes. He provides a solid impact, known for getting in front of shots and being an effective penalty killer.
Eklund's role emphasizes his defensive contributions and special teams play, even while deployed in a prominent offensive position. He brings a responsible two-way game to his assignments.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Ottawa Senators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Born | October 12, 2002 (age 24) in Stockholm, Sweden |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 1, Pick 7 — SJS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | +1 | 2 | 9 | 11.1% | 13:56 | 63.5% | 1.9 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 0.17 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.8 | +0.1 | +0.2 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:56 | 9 | 11.1% | 1 | 0 | 0.50 | 1.9 | 0.95 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1.0 |
| 2025-26 | 78 | 15 | 38 | 53 | 9.4 |
| 2024-25 | 77 | 17 | 41 | 58 | 9.1 |
| 2023-24 | 80 | 16 | 29 | 45 | 2.0 |
| 2022-23 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.0 |
| 2021-22 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 4 | -0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season William Eklund has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.8 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 9.4 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 William Eklund's GAR this season?
William Eklund has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is William Eklund's WAR this season?
William Eklund 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 William Eklund have this season?
William Eklund has 1 goals and 1 assists for 2 points in 4 games this season.
Is William Eklund a good left wing?
William Eklund ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is William Eklund's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, William Eklund has accumulated 21.4 career GAR and 165 points.
How tall is William Eklund, and how much does he weigh?
William Eklund is 5'10" tall and weighs 185 lb. Born October 12, 2002 (age 24) in Stockholm, Sweden.
How does William Eklund score across situations in 2026-27?
William Eklund has 1 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is William Eklund's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
William Eklund has scored on 11.1% of 9 shots in 2026-27.