Connor Clifton — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Connor Clifton is an NHL defenseman for the Boston Bruins.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Connor Clifton has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 7 games, a 12-point pace over 84 games. He is 19th on the Boston Bruins in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 19:43 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A veteran defenseman, Connor Clifton is known for his physical, hitting game, typically deployed in third-pair or depth minutes. He brings a modest impact to the blue line.
Clifton is also an effective penalty killer, adding to his defensive utility. However, his game is limited by a tendency to take penalties often, rarely shoot the puck, and contribute little offence.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Boston Bruins |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 196 lb |
| Born | April 28, 1995 (age 31) in Matawan, United States |
| Draft | 2013 — Round 5, Pick 133 — PHX |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 | 8 | 0.0% | 19:43 | 51.1% | 0.3 | 0.2 | -0.5 | -0.08 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.0 | +0.1 | +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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:43 | 8 | 0.0% | 0 | 1 | 0.14 | 0.3 | -0.00 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 50 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -1.0 |
| 2024-25 | 73 | 1 | 15 | 16 | -4.0 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 4 | 14 | 18 | -0.3 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 5 | 18 | 23 | 2.7 |
| 2021-22 | 60 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 1.2 |
| 2020-21 | 44 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -1.3 |
| 2019-20 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.2 |
| 2018-19 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Connor Clifton has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), with even-strength offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.7 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connor Clifton's GAR this season?
Connor Clifton has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Connor Clifton's WAR this season?
Connor Clifton 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 Connor Clifton have this season?
Connor Clifton has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 7 games this season.
Is Connor Clifton a good defenseman?
Connor Clifton ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Connor Clifton's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Connor Clifton has accumulated -3.1 career GAR and 84 points.
How tall is Connor Clifton, and how much does he weigh?
Connor Clifton is 6'0" tall and weighs 196 lb. Born April 28, 1995 (age 31) in Matawan, United States.
How does Connor Clifton score across situations in 2026-27?
Connor Clifton has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Connor Clifton's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Connor Clifton has scored on 0.0% of 8 shots in 2026-27.