Ian Cole — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ian Cole is an NHL defenseman for the Chicago Blackhawks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Ian Cole has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 15 games. He is 21st on the Chicago Blackhawks in scoring. He is averaging 18:10 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Late in his career, Ian Cole, a former first-round pick, is a defenseman playing third-pair or depth minutes with a modest overall impact. He consistently gets in front of shots and suppresses chances at even strength.
Cole rarely shoots, which limits his offensive contributions, but he remains a dependable defensive presence in his current role.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 237 lb |
| Born | February 21, 1989 (age 37) in Ann Arbor, United States |
| Draft | 2007 — Round 1, Pick 18 — STL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | 4 | 9 | 0.0% | 18:10 | 38.5% | 0.5 | -0.1 | -1.4 | -0.26 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.8 | +0.2 | +0.0 | -0.2 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:10 | 9 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.5 | 0.01 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.4 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 3 | 20 | 23 | -1.1 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 1 | 16 | 17 | -2.7 |
| 2023-24 | 78 | 2 | 9 | 11 | -2.7 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 3 | 14 | 17 | -2.4 |
| 2021-22 | 75 | 2 | 17 | 19 | -0.9 |
| 2020-21 | 54 | 1 | 7 | 8 | -1.1 |
| 2019-20 | 65 | 4 | 22 | 26 | 1.1 |
| 2018-19 | 71 | 2 | 13 | 15 | -4.3 |
| 2017-18 | 67 | 5 | 15 | 20 | 0.4 |
| 2016-17 | 81 | 5 | 21 | 26 | 1.0 |
| 2015-16 | 70 | 0 | 12 | 12 | -1.8 |
| 2014-15 | 74 | 5 | 12 | 17 | 5.0 |
| 2013-14 | 46 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 2.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Ian Cole has been worth -1.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.8).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.0 in 2014-15.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ian Cole's GAR this season?
Ian Cole has been worth -1.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ian Cole's WAR this season?
Ian Cole has been worth about -0.3 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 Ian Cole have this season?
Ian Cole has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 15 games this season.
Is Ian Cole a good defenseman?
Ian Cole ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ian Cole's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Ian Cole has accumulated -8.8 career GAR and 222 points.
How tall is Ian Cole, and how much does he weigh?
Ian Cole is 6'1" tall and weighs 237 lb. Born February 21, 1989 (age 37) in Ann Arbor, United States.
How does Ian Cole score across situations in 2026-27?
Ian Cole has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Ian Cole's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Ian Cole has scored on 0.0% of 9 shots in 2026-27.