Avery Hayes — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Avery Hayes is an NHL right wing for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Avery Hayes has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 1 games. He is 22nd on the Pittsburgh Penguins in scoring. He is averaging 12:43 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A young right wing for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Avery Hayes made his NHL debut in 2025-26, showcasing a pure goal-scoring touch in a limited sample. In 16 career games, he recorded 5 goals and no assists for 5 points, achieving a modest 1.4 GAR in his lone season.
The 24-year-old is a prospect who, in his first taste of professional hockey, demonstrated an ability to find the back of the net. He will look to build on that offensive potential as he continues his development.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Born | October 10, 2002 (age 24) in Westland, United States |
| Draft | 2021 |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +0 | 0 | 5 | 0.0% | 12:43 | 70.2% | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0.01 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.0 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:43 | 5 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.3 | 0.97 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 |
| 2025-26 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Avery Hayes has been worth 0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (-0).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avery Hayes's GAR this season?
Avery Hayes has been worth 0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Avery Hayes's WAR this season?
Avery Hayes 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 Avery Hayes have this season?
Avery Hayes has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 1 games this season.
Is Avery Hayes a good right wing?
Avery Hayes ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Avery Hayes's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Avery Hayes has accumulated 1.4 career GAR and 5 points.
How tall is Avery Hayes, and how much does he weigh?
Avery Hayes is 5'10" tall and weighs 180 lb. Born October 10, 2002 (age 24) in Westland, United States.
How does Avery Hayes score across situations in 2026-27?
Avery Hayes has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Avery Hayes's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Avery Hayes has scored on 0.0% of 5 shots in 2026-27.