Braeden Cootes — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Braeden Cootes is an NHL center for the Vancouver Canucks. In the 2025-26 season Braeden Cootes has 0 goals, 0 assists and 0 points in 3 games, worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Braeden Cootes, a 19-year-old center, is a recent first-round draft pick getting his initial taste of NHL action. Selected 15th overall in 2025, he made his debut in the 2025-26 season, appearing in three games for the Vancouver Canucks. In this very limited exposure, Cootes has yet to register a point, which is common for a raw prospect making the leap to professional hockey.
His current GAR sits at -0.8, reflecting a challenging start to his professional career as he adjusts to the league's demands. The even-strength offense component of his value driver also registers at -0 GAR, indicating he is still developing his offensive game and finding his footing at the NHL level.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Vancouver Canucks |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 183 lb |
| Draft | 2025 — Round 1, Pick 15 — VAN |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2 | 0 | 0 | — | 10:47 | 32.3% | — | -0.5 | -0.8 | -0.14 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.4 | -0.4 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.8 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Braeden Cootes has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (-0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.4).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braeden Cootes's GAR this season?
Braeden Cootes has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Braeden Cootes's WAR this season?
Braeden Cootes has been worth about -0.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Braeden Cootes have this season?
Braeden Cootes has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 3 games this season.
Is Braeden Cootes a good center?
Braeden Cootes ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.8) in the 2025-26 season.
When was Braeden Cootes drafted?
Braeden Cootes was drafted in 2025 — Round 1, Pick 15 — VAN.