Aaron Ekblad vs Adam Larsson: Who Wins on NHL Stats?
Few NHL comparisons generate more debate than Aaron Ekblad vs Adam Larsson. The numbers reveal a genuinely competitive matchup — Aaron Ekblad takes 4 categories while Adam Larsson claims 2, making this one of the closer head to head comparisons at the D position. Every statistical category matters in a matchup this tight.
Aaron Ekblad's Goals of 122 compared to Adam Larsson's 59 represents a 106.8% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. Adam Larsson falls 50.8% below the career average of 120 in this category while Aaron Ekblad exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Aaron Ekblad's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Penalty Minutes, where Aaron Ekblad posts 564 against Adam Larsson's 579 — a gap of just 2.7%. Adam Larsson can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 4-2 tally suggests. In any debate, Penalty Minutes is the statistical ammunition for the Adam Larsson side.
Defensive play in the NHL is measured through a combination of offensive contribution and plus/minus rating. Elite defensemen contribute points while anchoring their team's defensive structure — a balance that defines the position's greatest players.
The verdict favors Aaron Ekblad — 4 categories to 2 — but Adam Larsson makes this far from a one-sided debate. Anyone building the case for Adam Larsson has real statistical ammunition particularly in Penalty Minutes where the gap narrows to just 2.7%. The numbers have spoken, but the argument will continue.
Who is better, Aaron Ekblad or Adam Larsson?
Aaron Ekblad holds the statistical edge, winning 4 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Aaron Ekblad's Goals of 122 versus Adam Larsson's 59 is the most decisive factor — a 106.8% difference.
How do Aaron Ekblad and Adam Larsson compare in Goals?
Aaron Ekblad career Goals: 122. Adam Larsson career Goals: 59. Aaron Ekblad leads by 106.8% — dramatically ahead in this key D metric.
Who had the better overall career, Aaron Ekblad or Adam Larsson?
Based on career statistics, Aaron Ekblad edges Adam Larsson 4-2 across key categories. Aaron Ekblad's Goals of 122 leads Adam Larsson's 59 by 106.8%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
