Dawson Mercer — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Dawson Mercer is an NHL center for the Winnipeg Jets.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Dawson Mercer has 6 points (0 goals, 6 assists) in 16 games, a 32-point pace over 84 games. He is 6th on the Winnipeg Jets in scoring. 5 of the 6 came at even strength. He is averaging 15:06 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Dawson Mercer is a young center who plays second-line minutes. A first-round pick, he provides a modest impact for his position, contributing in a developing role.
Mercer avoids physical play, which is a limitation for a center.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Winnipeg Jets |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Born | October 27, 2001 (age 25) in Carbonear, Canada |
| Draft | 2020 — Round 1, Pick 18 — NJD |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 0 | 6 | 6 | -4 | 0 | 32 | 0.0% | 15:06 | 53.4% | 3.1 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.05 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.6 | +0.1 | -0.1 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 0 | 6 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:06 | 32 | 0.0% | 5 | 1 | 0.40 | 3.1 | 0.10 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0.3 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 20 | 22 | 42 | 3.8 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 19 | 17 | 36 | 1.3 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 20 | 13 | 33 | 2.0 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 27 | 29 | 56 | 11.2 |
| 2021-22 | 82 | 17 | 25 | 42 | 5.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Dawson Mercer has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.6 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 11.2 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 Dawson Mercer's GAR this season?
Dawson Mercer has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dawson Mercer's WAR this season?
Dawson Mercer 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 Dawson Mercer have this season?
Dawson Mercer has 0 goals and 6 assists for 6 points in 16 games this season.
Is Dawson Mercer a good center?
Dawson Mercer ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dawson Mercer's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Dawson Mercer has accumulated 24.2 career GAR and 215 points.
How tall is Dawson Mercer, and how much does he weigh?
Dawson Mercer is 6'0" tall and weighs 180 lb. Born October 27, 2001 (age 25) in Carbonear, Canada.
How does Dawson Mercer score across situations in 2026-27?
Dawson Mercer has 5 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Dawson Mercer's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Dawson Mercer has scored on 0.0% of 32 shots in 2026-27.