Jack Ahcan — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jack Ahcan is an NHL defenseman for the Nashville Predators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jack Ahcan has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 3 games. He is 18th on the Nashville Predators in scoring. 0 of the 1 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 7:36 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jack Ahcan is a depth defenseman who has seen limited NHL action across four seasons, playing just 22 career games and registering 3 points. His 2025-26 campaign represents his most impactful to date, as he achieved his career-high GAR.
In 2025-26, Ahcan played 11 games for the Colorado Avalanche, contributing 2 assists for 2 points and posting a 1.0 GAR. His primary value driver for the season was his even-strength defense, which accounted for +0.4 GAR.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Nashville Predators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'8" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Born | May 18, 1997 (age 29) in Savage, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 | — | 7:36 | 49.2% | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 0.10 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.2 | +0.1 | +0.2 | +0.0 |
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:36 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | 0.33 | 0.0 | 1.49 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1.0 |
| 2024-25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 2021-22 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.8 |
| 2020-21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jack Ahcan has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.2 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 5 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.0 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Ahcan's GAR this season?
Jack Ahcan has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jack Ahcan's WAR this season?
Jack Ahcan has been worth about 0.1 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 Jack Ahcan have this season?
Jack Ahcan has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 3 games this season.
Is Jack Ahcan a good defenseman?
Jack Ahcan ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jack Ahcan's career GAR?
Across 5 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jack Ahcan has accumulated 2.7 career GAR and 4 points.
How tall is Jack Ahcan, and how much does he weigh?
Jack Ahcan is 5'8" tall and weighs 180 lb. Born May 18, 1997 (age 29) in Savage, United States.
How does Jack Ahcan score across situations in 2026-27?
Jack Ahcan has 0 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
Is Jack Ahcan finishing above or below expected in 2026-27?
Jack Ahcan has scored 0 goals on 0.0 expected goals (-0.0), finishing in line with what the shot locations alone predicted by Hockey Alchemy's model.