Carter Yakemchuk — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Carter Yakemchuk is an NHL defenseman for the Ottawa Senators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Carter Yakemchuk has 3 points (1 goals, 2 assists) in 13 games, a 19-point pace over 84 games. He is 14th on the Ottawa Senators in scoring. 1 of the 3 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 18:18 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Carter Yakemchuk made his NHL debut as a rookie defenseman for the Ottawa Senators in 2025-26, getting his first taste of professional action. In a very limited sample size of four career games, he registered 1 goal and 1 assist for 2 points.
Despite the brief appearance, Yakemchuk posted a promising GAR of 1.2 in 2025-26. His even-strength defense was a notable value driver, contributing +0.6 GAR, suggesting potential as a defensive-minded blueliner for the Senators.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Ottawa Senators |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 219 lb |
| Born | September 29, 2005 (age 21) in Fort McMurray, Canada |
| Draft | 2024 — Round 1, Pick 7 — OTT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -6 | 6 | 20 | 5.0% | 18:18 | 50.2% | 1.2 | -0.1 | -0.6 | -0.10 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.4 | +0.0 | +0.2 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:18 | 20 | 5.0% | 0 | 2 | 0.23 | 1.2 | -0.16 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -0.6 |
| 2025-26 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Carter Yakemchuk has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0.2 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 Carter Yakemchuk's GAR this season?
Carter Yakemchuk has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Carter Yakemchuk's WAR this season?
Carter Yakemchuk 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 Carter Yakemchuk have this season?
Carter Yakemchuk has 1 goals and 2 assists for 3 points in 13 games this season.
Is Carter Yakemchuk a good defenseman?
Carter Yakemchuk ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Carter Yakemchuk's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Carter Yakemchuk has accumulated 0.3 career GAR and 5 points.
How tall is Carter Yakemchuk, and how much does he weigh?
Carter Yakemchuk is 6'3" tall and weighs 219 lb. Born September 29, 2005 (age 21) in Fort McMurray, Canada.
How does Carter Yakemchuk score across situations in 2026-27?
Carter Yakemchuk has 1 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Carter Yakemchuk's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Carter Yakemchuk has scored on 5.0% of 20 shots in 2026-27.