Igor Chernyshov — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Igor Chernyshov is an NHL center for the San Jose Sharks. In the 2025-26 season Igor Chernyshov has 9 goals, 10 assists and 19 points in 28 games, worth 4.7 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Igor Chernyshov has made an immediate impact in his debut season with the San Jose Sharks. The 20-year-old center has quickly established himself as a promising offensive talent, recording 9 goals and 10 assists for 19 points in just 28 games played.
His strong performance is reflected in an impressive 4.7 GAR, indicating a significant positive contribution in his first professional campaign. Chernyshov appears to be a key piece for the Sharks' future, showcasing his scoring touch early in his career.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | San Jose Sharks |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 195 lb |
| Draft | 2024 — Round 2, Pick 33 — SJS |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 9 | 10 | 19 | +2 | 6 | 46 | 19.6% | 15:03 | 54.6% | 6.6 | 0.4 | 4.7 | 0.84 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +4.2 | -0.5 | +0.7 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 41th, GAR 63th, WAR 63th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 28 | 9 | 10 | 19 | 4.7 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Igor Chernyshov has been worth 4.7 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 63rd percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+4.2 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 Igor Chernyshov's GAR this season?
Igor Chernyshov has been worth 4.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 63rd percentile of NHL players.
What is Igor Chernyshov's WAR this season?
Igor Chernyshov has been worth about 0.8 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 63rd percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Igor Chernyshov have this season?
Igor Chernyshov has 9 goals and 10 assists for 19 points in 28 games this season.
Is Igor Chernyshov a good center?
Igor Chernyshov ranks in the 63rd percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (4.7) in the 2025-26 season.
When was Igor Chernyshov drafted?
Igor Chernyshov was drafted in 2024 — Round 2, Pick 33 — SJS.