Dakota Mermis — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Dakota Mermis is an NHL defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Dakota Mermis has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 3 games. He is 22nd on the Toronto Maple Leafs in scoring. He is averaging 12:36 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Dakota Mermis is a defenseman who plays third-pair or depth minutes early in his NHL career. His impact is modest, defined by a game that contributes little offense from the blueline. He rarely shoots the puck, which limits his offensive presence in the attacking zone.
Deployed in a depth role, Mermis's contributions are primarily defensive. His limited offensive output means he does not drive play or generate scoring chances, focusing instead on his defensive assignments.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Toronto Maple Leafs |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 197 lb |
| Born | January 5, 1994 (age 32) in Alton, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 4 | 1 | 0.0% | 12:36 | 45.7% | 0.2 | 0.2 | -0.4 | -0.06 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 | +0.1 |
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:36 | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.2 | 0.17 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 |
| 2025-26 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.1 |
| 2024-25 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.6 |
| 2023-24 | 47 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0.2 |
| 2022-23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.0 |
| 2021-22 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 |
| 2020-21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 2019-20 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.7 |
| 2018-19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 2017-18 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Dakota Mermis has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by shorthanded defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.7 in 2019-20.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Mermis's GAR this season?
Dakota Mermis has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dakota Mermis's WAR this season?
Dakota Mermis 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 Dakota Mermis have this season?
Dakota Mermis has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 3 games this season.
Is Dakota Mermis a good defenseman?
Dakota Mermis ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dakota Mermis's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Dakota Mermis has accumulated 1.3 career GAR and 14 points.
How tall is Dakota Mermis, and how much does he weigh?
Dakota Mermis is 6'0" tall and weighs 197 lb. Born January 5, 1994 (age 32) in Alton, United States.
How does Dakota Mermis score across situations in 2026-27?
Dakota Mermis has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Dakota Mermis's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Dakota Mermis has scored on 0.0% of 1 shots in 2026-27.