Ethan Cardwell — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ethan Cardwell is an NHL right wing for the San Jose Sharks. In the 2025-26 season Ethan Cardwell has 1 goals, 0 assists and 1 points in 7 games, worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Ethan Cardwell is a young right wing prospect who has seen limited NHL action, accumulating just 13 career games across two seasons. At 23 years old, he is getting his initial looks at the professional level, with his peak GAR registering at -0.4 in the 2024-25 season.
In his current season, Cardwell has appeared in 7 games, scoring 1 goal for 1 point. His GAR for these appearances stands at -0.8, indicating he has had a negative impact during his brief time on the ice. He has not yet established a positive value driver in any specific area of play.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | San Jose Sharks |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 4, Pick 121 — SJS |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 2 | 6 | 16.7% | 11:56 | 44.0% | 0.8 | -0.2 | -0.6 | -0.11 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.2 | -0.3 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.6 |
| 2024-25 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.5 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Ethan Cardwell has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (-0 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ethan Cardwell's GAR this season?
Ethan Cardwell has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Ethan Cardwell's WAR this season?
Ethan Cardwell has been worth about -0.1 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 Ethan Cardwell have this season?
Ethan Cardwell has 1 goals and 0 assists for 1 points in 7 games this season.
Is Ethan Cardwell a good right wing?
Ethan Cardwell ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.6) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Ethan Cardwell's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Ethan Cardwell has accumulated -1.1 career GAR and 2 points.
When was Ethan Cardwell drafted?
Ethan Cardwell was drafted in 2021 — Round 4, Pick 121 — SJS.