Jacob Bernard-Docker — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jacob Bernard-Docker is an NHL defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings.
Player Overview
Jacob Bernard-Docker is a right-shot defenseman with six seasons of NHL experience, having played 207 career games. Despite being a former first-round pick, his offensive production has been modest, with 7 goals and 22 assists for 29 points over his career. His peak GAR was 0.2 in 2024-25, indicating a limited overall impact.
In 2025-26, Bernard-Docker played 63 games for the Red Wings, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists for 5 points. His overall GAR for that season was -2.9, suggesting a challenging year. While power-play offense was identified as a value driver, it did not contribute positively to his GAR, rounding to zero. He appears to be a depth defenseman whose impact has been negative in his most recent season.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 196 lb |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 1, Pick 26 — OTT |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 63 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -2.9 |
| 2024-25 | 40 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 0.2 |
| 2023-24 | 72 | 4 | 10 | 14 | -1.8 |
| 2022-23 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.5 |
| 2021-22 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.1 |
| 2020-21 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.1 |
Analysis
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.2 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacob Bernard-Docker's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jacob Bernard-Docker has accumulated -5.0 career GAR and 29 points.
When was Jacob Bernard-Docker drafted?
Jacob Bernard-Docker was drafted in 2018 — Round 1, Pick 26 — OTT.