Austin Watson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Austin Watson is an NHL left wing for the Detroit Red Wings.
Scouting Report
Austin Watson is a veteran left wing deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes.
A first-round pick, eighteenth overall, he provides a physical presence and plays a hard-nosed game in a bottom-six role.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 203 lb |
| Born | January 13, 1992 (age 34) in Ann Arbor, United States |
| Draft | 2010 — Round 1, Pick 18 — NSH |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1.2 |
| 2023-24 | 33 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -1.1 |
| 2022-23 | 75 | 9 | 2 | 11 | -3.5 |
| 2021-22 | 67 | 10 | 6 | 16 | -0.4 |
| 2020-21 | 34 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 0.6 |
| 2019-20 | 53 | 6 | 8 | 14 | -1.0 |
| 2018-19 | 37 | 7 | 9 | 16 | 2.4 |
| 2017-18 | 76 | 14 | 5 | 19 | -1.8 |
| 2016-17 | 77 | 5 | 12 | 17 | 0.3 |
| 2015-16 | 57 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 0.4 |
| 2012-13 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.3 |
Analysis
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.4 in 2018-19.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Watson's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Austin Watson has accumulated -2.8 career GAR and 121 points.
When was Austin Watson drafted?
Austin Watson was drafted in 2010 — Round 1, Pick 18 — NSH.
How tall is Austin Watson, and how much does he weigh?
Austin Watson is 6'4" tall and weighs 203 lb. Born January 13, 1992 (age 34) in Ann Arbor, United States.