Denton Mateychuk — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Denton Mateychuk is an NHL defenseman for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Denton Mateychuk has 6 points (4 goals, 2 assists) in 13 games, a 39-point pace over 84 games. He is 6th on the Columbus Blue Jackets in scoring. All 6 came at even strength. He is averaging 22:39 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Denton Mateychuk provides solid play as a defenseman, typically logging second-pair minutes. Early in his NHL career, he is a reliable presence on the penalty kill, maintaining strong discipline and avoiding unnecessary penalties.
Mateychuk also possesses a knack for converting scoring chances at a higher rate than expected. However, a clear limitation in his game is a tendency to shy away from physical engagements.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Columbus Blue Jackets |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 188 lb |
| Born | July 12, 2004 (age 22) in Winnipeg, Canada |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 1, Pick 12 — CBJ |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 4 | 2 | 6 | -1 | 6 | 26 | 15.4% | 22:39 | 51.0% | 1.4 | 0.3 | 1.0 | 0.17 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.4 | -0.1 | -0.1 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 65th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 2 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:39 | 26 | 15.4% | 0 | 2 | 0.46 | 1.4 | 0.36 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 1.0 |
| 2025-26 | 75 | 13 | 18 | 31 | 7.0 |
| 2024-25 | 45 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Denton Mateychuk has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.4 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 3 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 7.0 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denton Mateychuk's GAR this season?
Denton Mateychuk has been worth 1.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Denton Mateychuk's WAR this season?
Denton Mateychuk has been worth about 0.2 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 Denton Mateychuk have this season?
Denton Mateychuk has 4 goals and 2 assists for 6 points in 13 games this season.
Is Denton Mateychuk a good defenseman?
Denton Mateychuk ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Denton Mateychuk's career GAR?
Across 3 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Denton Mateychuk has accumulated 8.4 career GAR and 50 points.
How tall is Denton Mateychuk, and how much does he weigh?
Denton Mateychuk is 5'11" tall and weighs 188 lb. Born July 12, 2004 (age 22) in Winnipeg, Canada.
How does Denton Mateychuk score across situations in 2026-27?
Denton Mateychuk has 6 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Denton Mateychuk's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Denton Mateychuk has scored on 15.4% of 26 shots in 2026-27.