Hunter Skinner — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Hunter Skinner is an NHL defenseman for the St. Louis Blues. In the 2025-26 season Hunter Skinner has 0 goals, 0 assists and 0 points in 1 games, worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Hunter Skinner debuted in the NHL during the 2025-26 season, appearing in a single game for the St. Louis Blues. The 25-year-old defenseman registered no points in his lone appearance, yet managed to achieve a GAR of 0.3. His entire positive impact in this extremely limited sample was driven by even-strength defense, contributing +0.4 GAR.
This brief initial look suggests Skinner's value is purely defensive. Despite the absence of offensive production, his positive GAR, stemming exclusively from his even-strength defensive play, hints at a potential role as a specialized, defensive-minded blueliner should he receive further opportunities.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | St. Louis Blues |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 195 lb |
| Draft | 2019 — Round 4, Pick 112 — NYR |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 0 | 0 | — | 10:45 | 41.7% | — | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.06 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.0 | +0.4 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Hunter Skinner has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.4 GAR), with even-strength offense his smallest contribution (-0).
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 Skinner's GAR this season?
Hunter Skinner has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Hunter Skinner's WAR this season?
Hunter Skinner 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 Hunter Skinner have this season?
Hunter Skinner has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 1 games this season.
Is Hunter Skinner a good defenseman?
Hunter Skinner ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.3) in the 2025-26 season.
When was Hunter Skinner drafted?
Hunter Skinner was drafted in 2019 — Round 4, Pick 112 — NYR.