Cale Makar — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Cale Makar is an NHL defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Cale Makar has 18 points (4 goals, 14 assists) in 15 games, a 101-point pace over 84 games. He is 2nd on the Colorado Avalanche and is 22nd in the NHL in scoring. 14 of the 18 came at even strength and 4 on the power play. He is averaging 22:36 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Cale Makar provides high impact as a defenseman in his prime, playing top-pair minutes. He is a significant offensive contributor, producing points at a high rate, shooting from everywhere, and consistently getting to dangerous scoring areas.
Beyond offense, he also effectively suppresses chances at even strength, contributing strongly to both ends of the ice.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Colorado Avalanche |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 187 lb |
| Born | October 30, 1998 (age 28) in Calgary, Canada |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 1, Pick 4 — COL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 4 | 14 | 18 | +3 | 2 | 44 | 9.1% | 22:36 | 60.7% | 2.6 | 1.1 | 4.2 | 0.76 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.1 | +0.3 | +0.7 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 97th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 10 | 14 |
| Power Play | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 14 | 18 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:36 | 44 | 9.1% | 10 | 4 | 1.20 | 2.6 | 0.67 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 4.2 |
| 2025-26 | 75 | 20 | 59 | 79 | 16.1 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 30 | 62 | 92 | 22.3 |
| 2023-24 | 77 | 21 | 69 | 90 | 16.9 |
| 2022-23 | 60 | 17 | 49 | 66 | 15.4 |
| 2021-22 | 77 | 28 | 58 | 86 | 17.7 |
| 2020-21 | 44 | 8 | 36 | 44 | 11.6 |
| 2019-20 | 57 | 12 | 38 | 50 | 11.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Cale Makar has been worth 4.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.1 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 22.3 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cale Makar's GAR this season?
Cale Makar has been worth 4.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Cale Makar's WAR this season?
Cale Makar has been worth about 0.8 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 Cale Makar have this season?
Cale Makar has 4 goals and 14 assists for 18 points in 15 games this season.
Is Cale Makar a good defenseman?
Cale Makar ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (4.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Cale Makar's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Cale Makar has accumulated 116.0 career GAR and 525 points.
How tall is Cale Makar, and how much does he weigh?
Cale Makar is 6'0" tall and weighs 187 lb. Born October 30, 1998 (age 28) in Calgary, Canada.
How does Cale Makar score across situations in 2026-27?
Cale Makar has 14 even-strength points, 4 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Cale Makar's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Cale Makar has scored on 9.1% of 44 shots in 2026-27.