Jacob Melanson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jacob Melanson is an NHL right wing for the Seattle Kraken.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jacob Melanson has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 1 games. He is 20th on the Seattle Kraken in scoring. He is averaging 9:31 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jacob Melanson is a right wing early in his NHL career, primarily deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes. He distinguishes himself with physical play and strong forechecking, bringing an aggressive element to his shifts.
However, his offensive production and puck skills are limitations. He focuses on a straightforward game, contributing through his work ethic rather than playmaking or scoring.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Seattle Kraken |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 207 lb |
| Born | April 22, 2003 (age 23) in Halifax, Canada |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 5, Pick 131 — SEA |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +0 | 2 | 1 | 0.0% | 9:31 | 31.6% | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.00 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:31 | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.3 | -0.11 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 2025-26 | 36 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0.4 |
| 2024-25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jacob Melanson has been worth 0.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 3 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.4 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 Jacob Melanson's GAR this season?
Jacob Melanson has been worth 0.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jacob Melanson's WAR this season?
Jacob Melanson has been worth about 0.0 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 Jacob Melanson have this season?
Jacob Melanson has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 1 games this season.
Is Jacob Melanson a good right wing?
Jacob Melanson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jacob Melanson's career GAR?
Across 3 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jacob Melanson has accumulated 0.4 career GAR and 5 points.
How tall is Jacob Melanson, and how much does he weigh?
Jacob Melanson is 6'0" tall and weighs 207 lb. Born April 22, 2003 (age 23) in Halifax, Canada.
How does Jacob Melanson score across situations in 2026-27?
Jacob Melanson has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jacob Melanson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jacob Melanson has scored on 0.0% of 1 shots in 2026-27.