Jacob Trouba — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jacob Trouba is an NHL defenseman for the San Jose Sharks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jacob Trouba has 10 points (2 goals, 8 assists) in 16 games, a 52-point pace over 84 games. He is 2nd on the San Jose Sharks in scoring. 7 of the 10 came at even strength and 3 on the power play. He is averaging 22:39 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jacob Trouba, a defenseman selected ninth overall in the first round, is a veteran who plays top-pair minutes. He is known for his physical, hitting game and his willingness to get in front of shots, making him a presence on the blueline.
Trouba also shoots from everywhere, contributing offensively. However, he gives up chances at even strength, which can limit his overall modest impact despite his veteran status and significant ice time.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | San Jose Sharks |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 212 lb |
| Born | February 26, 1994 (age 32) in Rochester, United States |
| Draft | 2012 — Round 1, Pick 9 — WPG |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 2 | 8 | 10 | -3 | 13 | 27 | 7.4% | 22:39 | 41.0% | 1.5 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.12 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.9 | -0.3 | +0.6 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 82th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| Power Play | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 8 | 10 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:39 | 27 | 7.4% | 2 | 6 | 0.62 | 1.5 | 0.17 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 0.7 |
| 2025-26 | 81 | 10 | 25 | 35 | 2.0 |
| 2024-25 | 77 | 1 | 13 | 14 | -3.2 |
| 2023-24 | 69 | 3 | 19 | 22 | -1.2 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 8 | 22 | 30 | 4.3 |
| 2021-22 | 81 | 11 | 28 | 39 | 4.5 |
| 2020-21 | 38 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 1.4 |
| 2019-20 | 70 | 7 | 20 | 27 | 0.3 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 8 | 42 | 50 | 3.7 |
| 2017-18 | 55 | 3 | 21 | 24 | 2.7 |
| 2016-17 | 60 | 8 | 25 | 33 | 2.9 |
| 2015-16 | 81 | 6 | 15 | 21 | 1.6 |
| 2014-15 | 65 | 7 | 15 | 22 | 1.4 |
| 2013-14 | 65 | 10 | 19 | 29 | 3.5 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jacob Trouba has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.9 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 4.5 in 2021-22.
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 Trouba's GAR this season?
Jacob Trouba has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jacob Trouba's WAR this season?
Jacob Trouba 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 Jacob Trouba have this season?
Jacob Trouba has 2 goals and 8 assists for 10 points in 16 games this season.
Is Jacob Trouba a good defenseman?
Jacob Trouba ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jacob Trouba's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jacob Trouba has accumulated 24.7 career GAR and 368 points.
How tall is Jacob Trouba, and how much does he weigh?
Jacob Trouba is 6'3" tall and weighs 212 lb. Born February 26, 1994 (age 32) in Rochester, United States.
How does Jacob Trouba score across situations in 2026-27?
Jacob Trouba has 7 even-strength points, 3 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jacob Trouba's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jacob Trouba has scored on 7.4% of 27 shots in 2026-27.