Erik Cernak — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Erik Cernak is an NHL defenseman for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Erik Cernak has 3 points (0 goals, 3 assists) in 13 games, a 19-point pace over 84 games. He is 12th on the Tampa Bay Lightning in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 19:00 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Erik Cernak is a defenseman in his prime known for his physical, hitting game. He provides limited contributions, typically playing third-pair or depth minutes, and is effective at suppressing chances at even strength.
However, Cernak takes penalties often, which can undermine his defensive efforts. His aggressive style is a key part of his game, but it also leads to frequent trips to the penalty box.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 230 lb |
| Born | May 28, 1997 (age 29) in Kosice, Slovakia |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 2, Pick 43 — LAK |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 0 | 3 | 3 | +8 | 4 | 15 | 0.0% | 19:00 | 49.4% | 1.2 | 0.6 | -0.2 | -0.04 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.5 | +0.2 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 3 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 | 15 | 0.0% | 2 | 1 | 0.23 | 1.2 | 0.13 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 3 | -0.2 |
| 2025-26 | 61 | 3 | 8 | 11 | -3.4 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 3 | 18 | 21 | 0.4 |
| 2023-24 | 69 | 2 | 11 | 13 | -3.7 |
| 2022-23 | 70 | 2 | 14 | 16 | -1.8 |
| 2021-22 | 55 | 1 | 12 | 13 | -0.8 |
| 2020-21 | 46 | 5 | 13 | 18 | 2.5 |
| 2019-20 | 67 | 5 | 7 | 12 | -0.4 |
| 2018-19 | 58 | 5 | 11 | 16 | 1.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Erik Cernak has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.5 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.5 in 2020-21.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erik Cernak's GAR this season?
Erik Cernak has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Erik Cernak's WAR this season?
Erik Cernak has been worth about -0.0 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 Erik Cernak have this season?
Erik Cernak has 0 goals and 3 assists for 3 points in 13 games this season.
Is Erik Cernak a good defenseman?
Erik Cernak ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Erik Cernak's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Erik Cernak has accumulated -5.5 career GAR and 123 points.
How tall is Erik Cernak, and how much does he weigh?
Erik Cernak is 6'4" tall and weighs 230 lb. Born May 28, 1997 (age 29) in Kosice, Slovakia.
How does Erik Cernak score across situations in 2026-27?
Erik Cernak has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Erik Cernak's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Erik Cernak has scored on 0.0% of 15 shots in 2026-27.