Hunter Brzustewicz — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Hunter Brzustewicz is an NHL defenseman for the Calgary Flames. In the 2025-26 season Hunter Brzustewicz has 2 goals, 5 assists and 7 points in 34 games, worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
A young blueliner for the Calgary Flames, Hunter Brzustewicz has seen limited NHL action across two seasons, playing 35 career games. The 21-year-old defenseman has registered 2 goals and 5 assists for 7 points in that span, with his peak GAR reaching a modest 0.2 in his debut season. His early career suggests a player still finding his footing at the professional level.
In his current season, Brzustewicz has appeared in 34 games, posting 2 goals and 5 assists for 7 points. His current GAR is -0.1, indicating a slightly negative overall impact. With modest offensive output and a developing defensive game, he appears to be a depth player getting early looks in the NHL.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Calgary Flames |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Draft | 2023 — Round 3, Pick 75 — VAN |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 2 | 5 | 7 | +0 | 4 | 33 | 6.1% | 16:10 | 49.8% | 1.3 | 0.1 | -0.1 | -0.02 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.5 | -0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 12th, GAR 43th, WAR 43th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 34 | 2 | 5 | 7 | -0.1 |
| 2024-25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Hunter Brzustewicz has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 43rd percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.5).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunter Brzustewicz's GAR this season?
Hunter Brzustewicz has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 43rd percentile of NHL players.
What is Hunter Brzustewicz's WAR this season?
Hunter Brzustewicz has been worth about -0.0 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 43rd percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Hunter Brzustewicz have this season?
Hunter Brzustewicz has 2 goals and 5 assists for 7 points in 34 games this season.
Is Hunter Brzustewicz a good defenseman?
Hunter Brzustewicz ranks in the 43rd percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.1) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Hunter Brzustewicz's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Hunter Brzustewicz has accumulated 0.1 career GAR and 7 points.
When was Hunter Brzustewicz drafted?
Hunter Brzustewicz was drafted in 2023 — Round 3, Pick 75 — VAN.