Dylan DeMelo — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Dylan DeMelo is an NHL defenseman for the Winnipeg Jets.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Dylan DeMelo has 6 points (1 goals, 5 assists) in 16 games, a 32-point pace over 84 games. He is 6th on the Winnipeg Jets in scoring. All 6 came at even strength. He is averaging 20:26 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A veteran defenseman, Dylan DeMelo's impact is declining, as he now provides a modest contribution in a second-pair role. He was a sixth-round pick, one hundred seventy-ninth overall.
His strengths include suppressing chances at even strength and playing a physical, hitting game. However, a limitation is that he seldom generates quality chances offensively.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Winnipeg Jets |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 194 lb |
| Born | May 1, 1993 (age 33) in London, Canada |
| Draft | 2011 — Round 6, Pick 179 — SJS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 1 | 5 | 6 | +0 | 16 | 12 | 8.3% | 20:26 | 39.5% | 0.5 | 0.1 | -0.5 | -0.08 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.2 | +0.2 | +0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 65th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 5 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:26 | 12 | 8.3% | 0 | 5 | 0.38 | 0.5 | -0.23 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 3 | 16 | 19 | -1.6 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 3 | 16 | 19 | 0.8 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 3 | 28 | 31 | 2.5 |
| 2022-23 | 75 | 6 | 21 | 27 | 0.9 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 1 | 12 | 13 | -3.1 |
| 2020-21 | 52 | 0 | 9 | 9 | -2.6 |
| 2019-20 | 59 | 0 | 10 | 10 | -2.7 |
| 2018-19 | 77 | 4 | 18 | 22 | 3.7 |
| 2017-18 | 63 | 0 | 20 | 20 | 3.3 |
| 2016-17 | 25 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 0.9 |
| 2015-16 | 45 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Dylan DeMelo has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.2 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 12 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.7 in 2018-19.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dylan DeMelo's GAR this season?
Dylan DeMelo has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dylan DeMelo's WAR this season?
Dylan DeMelo 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 Dylan DeMelo have this season?
Dylan DeMelo has 1 goals and 5 assists for 6 points in 16 games this season.
Is Dylan DeMelo a good defenseman?
Dylan DeMelo ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dylan DeMelo's career GAR?
Across 12 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Dylan DeMelo has accumulated 4.3 career GAR and 188 points.
How tall is Dylan DeMelo, and how much does he weigh?
Dylan DeMelo is 6'1" tall and weighs 194 lb. Born May 1, 1993 (age 33) in London, Canada.
How does Dylan DeMelo score across situations in 2026-27?
Dylan DeMelo has 6 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Dylan DeMelo's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Dylan DeMelo has scored on 8.3% of 12 shots in 2026-27.