Jake Guentzel — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jake Guentzel is an NHL center for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jake Guentzel has 14 points (8 goals, 6 assists) in 14 games, a 84-point pace over 84 games. He is 3rd on the Tampa Bay Lightning and is 56th in the NHL in scoring. 10 of the 14 came at even strength and 4 on the power play. He is averaging 20:42 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A high-impact veteran center, Jake Guentzel plays top-line minutes and consistently produces points at a high rate. Drafted in the third round, he excels at getting to dangerous scoring areas.
Guentzel drives the power play and is also an effective penalty killer, showcasing his versatility. While a prolific scorer, he tends to avoid physical play.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 176 lb |
| Born | October 6, 1994 (age 32) in Omaha, United States |
| Draft | 2013 — Round 3, Pick 77 — PIT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 8 | 6 | 14 | +8 | 2 | 38 | 21.1% | 20:42 | 63.2% | 6.0 | 1.1 | 2.6 | 0.46 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +2.1 | -0.2 | +0.4 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 92th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 6 | 4 | 10 |
| Power Play | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 8 | 6 | 14 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:42 | 38 | 21.1% | 0 | 6 | 1.00 | 6.0 | 0.56 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 2.6 |
| 2025-26 | 81 | 38 | 50 | 88 | 16.2 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 41 | 39 | 80 | 14.2 |
| 2023-24 | 67 | 30 | 47 | 77 | 21.6 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 36 | 37 | 73 | 15.5 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 40 | 44 | 84 | 20.0 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 23 | 34 | 57 | 12.3 |
| 2019-20 | 39 | 20 | 23 | 43 | 10.4 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 40 | 36 | 76 | 16.5 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 22 | 26 | 48 | 6.6 |
| 2016-17 | 40 | 16 | 17 | 33 | 9.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jake Guentzel has been worth 2.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+2.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 21.6 in 2023-24.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jake Guentzel's GAR this season?
Jake Guentzel has been worth 2.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake Guentzel's WAR this season?
Jake Guentzel has been worth about 0.5 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 Jake Guentzel have this season?
Jake Guentzel has 8 goals and 6 assists for 14 points in 14 games this season.
Is Jake Guentzel a good center?
Jake Guentzel ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (2.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake Guentzel's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jake Guentzel has accumulated 144.9 career GAR and 673 points.
How tall is Jake Guentzel, and how much does he weigh?
Jake Guentzel is 5'11" tall and weighs 176 lb. Born October 6, 1994 (age 32) in Omaha, United States.
How does Jake Guentzel score across situations in 2026-27?
Jake Guentzel has 10 even-strength points, 4 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jake Guentzel's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jake Guentzel has scored on 21.1% of 38 shots in 2026-27.