Zemgus Girgensons — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Zemgus Girgensons is an NHL center for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Zemgus Girgensons has 2 points (1 goals, 1 assists) in 11 games, a 15-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Tampa Bay Lightning in scoring. Both came at even strength. He is averaging 13:33 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Zemgus Girgensons is a veteran center who plays third-line minutes, bringing a physical, hitting game to his role. A first-round pick, he stands out as an effective penalty killer and consistently suppresses opposing chances at even strength, making him a reliable defensive presence.
His overall impact is limited by his offensive output. Girgensons primarily fulfills a defined checking role, focusing on disrupting opponents and contributing little offence.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 197 lb |
| Born | January 5, 1994 (age 32) in Riga, Latvia |
| Draft | 2012 — Round 1, Pick 14 — BUF |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 1 | 1 | 2 | +1 | 2 | 14 | 7.1% | 13:33 | 46.3% | 1.3 | 0.4 | -0.1 | -0.02 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:33 | 14 | 7.1% | 0 | 1 | 0.18 | 1.3 | 0.16 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.1 |
| 2025-26 | 74 | 9 | 11 | 20 | -0.6 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -2.1 |
| 2023-24 | 63 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 1.1 |
| 2022-23 | 80 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 1.1 |
| 2021-22 | 56 | 10 | 8 | 18 | -0.2 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 12 | 7 | 19 | -0.3 |
| 2018-19 | 72 | 5 | 13 | 18 | -2.9 |
| 2017-18 | 71 | 7 | 8 | 15 | -2.3 |
| 2016-17 | 75 | 7 | 9 | 16 | 1.1 |
| 2015-16 | 71 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 1.3 |
| 2014-15 | 61 | 15 | 15 | 30 | 1.6 |
| 2013-14 | 70 | 8 | 14 | 22 | 3.5 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Zemgus Girgensons has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.5 in 2013-14.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zemgus Girgensons's GAR this season?
Zemgus Girgensons has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Zemgus Girgensons's WAR this season?
Zemgus Girgensons 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 Zemgus Girgensons have this season?
Zemgus Girgensons has 1 goals and 1 assists for 2 points in 11 games this season.
Is Zemgus Girgensons a good center?
Zemgus Girgensons ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Zemgus Girgensons's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Zemgus Girgensons has accumulated 1.1 career GAR and 216 points.
How tall is Zemgus Girgensons, and how much does he weigh?
Zemgus Girgensons is 6'3" tall and weighs 197 lb. Born January 5, 1994 (age 32) in Riga, Latvia.
How does Zemgus Girgensons score across situations in 2026-27?
Zemgus Girgensons has 2 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Zemgus Girgensons's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Zemgus Girgensons has scored on 7.1% of 14 shots in 2026-27.