Comparing Aaron Ekblad and Luke Schenn Head to Head
Few NHL comparisons generate more debate than Aaron Ekblad vs Luke Schenn. The numbers reveal a genuinely competitive matchup — Aaron Ekblad takes 4 categories while Luke Schenn 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 123 compared to Luke Schenn's 45 represents a 173.3% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. Luke Schenn falls 62.5% 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 Games Played, where Aaron Ekblad posts 821 against Luke Schenn's 1134 — a gap of just 38.1%. Luke Schenn can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 4-2 tally suggests. In any debate, Games Played is the statistical ammunition for the Luke Schenn 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 Luke Schenn makes this far from a one-sided debate. Anyone building the case for Luke Schenn has real statistical ammunition particularly in Games Played where the gap narrows to just 38.1%. The numbers have spoken, but the argument will continue.
Who is better, Aaron Ekblad or Luke Schenn?
Aaron Ekblad holds the statistical edge, winning 4 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Aaron Ekblad's Goals of 123 versus Luke Schenn's 45 is the most decisive factor — a 173.3% difference.
How do Aaron Ekblad and Luke Schenn compare in Goals?
Aaron Ekblad career Goals: 123. Luke Schenn career Goals: 45. Aaron Ekblad leads by 173.3% — dramatically ahead in this key D metric.
Who had the better overall career, Aaron Ekblad or Luke Schenn?
Based on career statistics, Aaron Ekblad edges Luke Schenn 4-2 across key categories. Aaron Ekblad's Goals of 123 leads Luke Schenn's 45 by 173.3%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
