Hunter McDonald — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Hunter McDonald is an NHL defenseman for the Philadelphia Flyers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Hunter McDonald has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 5 games. He is 21st on the Philadelphia Flyers in scoring. He is averaging 12:37 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Hunter McDonald made his NHL debut in 2025-26, appearing in one game for the Flyers. In his brief look, the defenseman recorded one assist and posted a 0.3 GAR, indicating a positive initial impact.
His value in that single appearance was primarily driven by his even-strength defense, contributing +0.4 GAR in that area. At 6'4" and 205 lbs, McDonald projects as a defensive-minded blueliner.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Philadelphia Flyers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 205 lb |
| Born | May 11, 2002 (age 24) in Fairport, United States |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 6, Pick 165 — PHI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2 | 10 | 3 | 0.0% | 12:37 | 51.0% | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.04 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | -0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 9th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:37 | 3 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.2 | 0.47 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 2025-26 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Hunter McDonald has been worth 0.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
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 McDonald's GAR this season?
Hunter McDonald has been worth 0.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Hunter McDonald's WAR this season?
Hunter McDonald 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 Hunter McDonald have this season?
Hunter McDonald has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 5 games this season.
Is Hunter McDonald a good defenseman?
Hunter McDonald ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Hunter McDonald's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Hunter McDonald has accumulated 0.5 career GAR and 1 points.
How tall is Hunter McDonald, and how much does he weigh?
Hunter McDonald is 6'4" tall and weighs 205 lb. Born May 11, 2002 (age 24) in Fairport, United States.
How does Hunter McDonald score across situations in 2026-27?
Hunter McDonald has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Hunter McDonald's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Hunter McDonald has scored on 0.0% of 3 shots in 2026-27.