Ben Chiarot — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ben Chiarot is an NHL defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Ben Chiarot has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 16 games, a 5-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Detroit Red Wings in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 20:03 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Ben Chiarot is a defenseman late in his career, playing second-pair minutes. He is known for his physical, hitting game and his willingness to get in front of shots, providing a rugged defensive presence.
A fourth-round pick at one hundred twentieth overall, Chiarot tends to take penalties often. He also gives up chances at even strength, which limits his overall impact in his role.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 222 lb |
| Born | May 9, 1991 (age 35) in Hamilton, Canada |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 4, Pick 120 — ATL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 21 | 13 | 0.0% | 20:03 | 44.1% | 0.4 | 0.2 | -1.6 | -0.29 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | -0.2 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:03 | 13 | 0.0% | 0 | 1 | 0.06 | 0.4 | -0.18 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1.6 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 5 | 10 | 15 | -3.3 |
| 2024-25 | 81 | 4 | 9 | 13 | -2.6 |
| 2023-24 | 77 | 5 | 15 | 20 | -1.4 |
| 2022-23 | 76 | 5 | 14 | 19 | -3.3 |
| 2021-22 | 74 | 9 | 17 | 26 | 0.1 |
| 2020-21 | 41 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -1.8 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 9 | 12 | 21 | 0.2 |
| 2018-19 | 78 | 5 | 15 | 20 | -0.7 |
| 2017-18 | 57 | 2 | 12 | 14 | -0.1 |
| 2016-17 | 59 | 2 | 10 | 12 | -2.2 |
| 2015-16 | 70 | 1 | 9 | 10 | 0.2 |
| 2014-15 | 40 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 2.3 |
| 2013-14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Ben Chiarot has been worth -1.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (-0 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.3 in 2014-15.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Chiarot's GAR this season?
Ben Chiarot has been worth -1.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ben Chiarot's WAR this season?
Ben Chiarot has been worth about -0.3 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 Ben Chiarot have this season?
Ben Chiarot has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 16 games this season.
Is Ben Chiarot a good defenseman?
Ben Chiarot ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ben Chiarot's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Ben Chiarot has accumulated -14.3 career GAR and 186 points.
How tall is Ben Chiarot, and how much does he weigh?
Ben Chiarot is 6'3" tall and weighs 222 lb. Born May 9, 1991 (age 35) in Hamilton, Canada.
How does Ben Chiarot score across situations in 2026-27?
Ben Chiarot has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Ben Chiarot's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Ben Chiarot has scored on 0.0% of 13 shots in 2026-27.