Jack Hughes — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jack Hughes is an NHL center for the New Jersey Devils.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jack Hughes has 19 points (8 goals, 11 assists) in 15 games, a 106-point pace over 84 games. He leads the New Jersey Devils and is 17th in the NHL in scoring. 13 of the 19 came at even strength and 6 on the power play. He is averaging 20:29 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jack Hughes, the first-overall pick, is a highly impactful top-line center in his prime, driving offence with his ability to produce points at a high rate. He consistently gets to dangerous scoring areas and shoots from anywhere on the ice, also effectively running the power play.
Despite being a major offensive force, Hughes tends to avoid physical play and struggles with faceoffs.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | New Jersey Devils |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 175 lb |
| Born | May 14, 2001 (age 25) in Orlando, United States |
| Draft | 2019 — Round 1, Pick 1 — NJD |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 8 | 11 | 19 | +8 | 0 | 59 | 13.6% | 20:29 | 68.5% | 8.7 | 1.2 | 6.0 | 1.07 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +4.2 | +0.0 | +1.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 98th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| Power Play | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 8 | 11 | 19 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:29 | 59 | 13.6% | 7 | 4 | 1.27 | 8.7 | 1.24 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 8 | 11 | 19 | 6.0 |
| 2025-26 | 61 | 27 | 50 | 77 | 20.4 |
| 2024-25 | 62 | 27 | 43 | 70 | 18.1 |
| 2023-24 | 62 | 27 | 47 | 74 | 18.4 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 43 | 56 | 99 | 24.9 |
| 2021-22 | 49 | 26 | 30 | 56 | 15.2 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 11 | 20 | 31 | 6.5 |
| 2019-20 | 61 | 7 | 14 | 21 | 0.9 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jack Hughes has been worth 6.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+4.2 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 24.9 in 2022-23.
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 Hughes's GAR this season?
Jack Hughes has been worth 6.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jack Hughes's WAR this season?
Jack Hughes has been worth about 1.1 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 Hughes have this season?
Jack Hughes has 8 goals and 11 assists for 19 points in 15 games this season.
Is Jack Hughes a good center?
Jack Hughes ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (6.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jack Hughes's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jack Hughes has accumulated 110.2 career GAR and 447 points.
How tall is Jack Hughes, and how much does he weigh?
Jack Hughes is 5'11" tall and weighs 175 lb. Born May 14, 2001 (age 25) in Orlando, United States.
How does Jack Hughes score across situations in 2026-27?
Jack Hughes has 13 even-strength points, 6 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jack Hughes's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jack Hughes has scored on 13.6% of 59 shots in 2026-27.