Dennis Gilbert — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Dennis Gilbert is an NHL defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres. In the 2025-26 season Dennis Gilbert has 0 goals, 1 assists and 1 points in 8 games, worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Dennis Gilbert, a 29-year-old defenseman, has accumulated 21 points across 119 career games over seven seasons. His most impactful season saw a modest 0.4 GAR in 2022-23. Currently, he has one assist in eight games this season, contributing a -0.1 GAR.
With limited offensive output, including just three career goals, Gilbert projects as a depth blueliner. His current performance suggests a minimal overall impact on the ice.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 216 lb |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 3, Pick 91 — CHI |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | +0 | 2 | 2 | 0.0% | 12:42 | 49.8% | 0.1 | 0.3 | -0.1 | -0.02 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.2 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.1 |
| 2024-25 | 29 | 0 | 6 | 6 | -0.8 |
| 2023-24 | 34 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -0.2 |
| 2022-23 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.4 |
| 2020-21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.3 |
| 2019-20 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -2.0 |
| 2018-19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Dennis Gilbert has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.4 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 Dennis Gilbert's GAR this season?
Dennis Gilbert has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Dennis Gilbert's WAR this season?
Dennis Gilbert has been worth about -0.0 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Dennis Gilbert have this season?
Dennis Gilbert has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 8 games this season.
Is Dennis Gilbert a good defenseman?
Dennis Gilbert ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.1) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Dennis Gilbert's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Dennis Gilbert has accumulated -4.5 career GAR and 21 points.
When was Dennis Gilbert drafted?
Dennis Gilbert was drafted in 2015 — Round 3, Pick 91 — CHI.