Jake McCabe — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jake McCabe is an NHL defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jake McCabe has 3 points (0 goals, 3 assists) in 17 games, a 15-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Toronto Maple Leafs in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 19:44 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jake McCabe is a veteran defenseman whose impact playing top-pair minutes is declining. He is known for his willingness to get in front of shots and plays a physical, hitting game, contributing with his defensive tenacity.
Despite these strengths, his overall effectiveness has lessened, indicating a shrinking role. His play is less impactful than before, which affects his deployment on the top pair.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Toronto Maple Leafs |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 210 lb |
| Born | October 12, 1993 (age 33) in Eau Claire, United States |
| Draft | 2012 — Round 2, Pick 44 — BUF |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 0 | 3 | 3 | +0 | 6 | 17 | 0.0% | 19:44 | 34.6% | 0.5 | 0.1 | -1.5 | -0.27 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.6 | +0.2 | +0.0 | -0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 3 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:44 | 17 | 0.0% | 2 | 1 | 0.18 | 0.5 | -0.02 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 0 | 3 | 3 | -1.5 |
| 2025-26 | 80 | 5 | 20 | 25 | -2.2 |
| 2024-25 | 66 | 2 | 21 | 23 | 1.0 |
| 2023-24 | 73 | 8 | 20 | 28 | 3.1 |
| 2022-23 | 76 | 3 | 22 | 25 | 2.7 |
| 2021-22 | 75 | 4 | 18 | 22 | -2.4 |
| 2020-21 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.2 |
| 2019-20 | 66 | 3 | 10 | 13 | -1.5 |
| 2018-19 | 59 | 4 | 10 | 14 | -1.1 |
| 2017-18 | 53 | 3 | 9 | 12 | -1.5 |
| 2016-17 | 76 | 3 | 17 | 20 | -0.3 |
| 2015-16 | 77 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 0.8 |
| 2014-15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 |
| 2013-14 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jake McCabe has been worth -1.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.6).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.1 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 McCabe's GAR this season?
Jake McCabe has been worth -1.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake McCabe's WAR this season?
Jake McCabe has been worth about -0.3 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 McCabe have this season?
Jake McCabe has 0 goals and 3 assists for 3 points in 17 games this season.
Is Jake McCabe a good defenseman?
Jake McCabe ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake McCabe's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jake McCabe has accumulated -3.6 career GAR and 203 points.
How tall is Jake McCabe, and how much does he weigh?
Jake McCabe is 6'1" tall and weighs 210 lb. Born October 12, 1993 (age 33) in Eau Claire, United States.
How does Jake McCabe score across situations in 2026-27?
Jake McCabe has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jake McCabe's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jake McCabe has scored on 0.0% of 17 shots in 2026-27.