Brayden McNabb — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Brayden McNabb is an NHL defenseman for the Vegas Golden Knights.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Brayden McNabb has 8 points (0 goals, 8 assists) in 17 games, a 40-point pace over 84 games. He is 7th on the Vegas Golden Knights in scoring. All 8 came at even strength. He is averaging 19:33 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Brayden McNabb is a solid defenseman who plays second-pair minutes late in his career. A third-round pick, he excels at playing a physical, hitting game. He consistently gets in front of shots and suppresses opponent chances at even strength, making him a reliable presence on the backend.
McNabb's defensive contributions are a key part of his game. He brings a gritty style that helps shut down opposing attacks.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Vegas Golden Knights |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 215 lb |
| Born | January 21, 1991 (age 35) in Davidson, Canada |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 3, Pick 66 — BUF |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 0 | 8 | 8 | +15 | 8 | 18 | 0.0% | 19:33 | 50.3% | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.10 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.4 | +0.4 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 74th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 8 | 8 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:33 | 18 | 0.0% | 4 | 4 | 0.47 | 1.0 | 0.35 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 0.6 |
| 2025-26 | 63 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 2.9 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 5 | 15 | 20 | 2.4 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 4 | 22 | 26 | 2.3 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 1 | 16 | 17 | 1.6 |
| 2021-22 | 69 | 3 | 15 | 18 | -0.0 |
| 2020-21 | 41 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -0.3 |
| 2019-20 | 71 | 2 | 7 | 9 | -2.0 |
| 2018-19 | 81 | 4 | 12 | 16 | -1.5 |
| 2017-18 | 76 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 0.2 |
| 2016-17 | 49 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2.3 |
| 2015-16 | 81 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 2.1 |
| 2014-15 | 71 | 2 | 22 | 24 | 5.4 |
| 2013-14 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Brayden McNabb has been worth 0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.4 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.4 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 Brayden McNabb's GAR this season?
Brayden McNabb has been worth 0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Brayden McNabb's WAR this season?
Brayden McNabb has been worth about 0.1 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 Brayden McNabb have this season?
Brayden McNabb has 0 goals and 8 assists for 8 points in 17 games this season.
Is Brayden McNabb a good defenseman?
Brayden McNabb ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Brayden McNabb's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Brayden McNabb has accumulated 15.5 career GAR and 191 points.
How tall is Brayden McNabb, and how much does he weigh?
Brayden McNabb is 6'4" tall and weighs 215 lb. Born January 21, 1991 (age 35) in Davidson, Canada.
How does Brayden McNabb score across situations in 2026-27?
Brayden McNabb has 8 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Brayden McNabb's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Brayden McNabb has scored on 0.0% of 18 shots in 2026-27.