Jake Middleton — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jake Middleton is an NHL defenseman for the Calgary Flames.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jake Middleton has 2 points (1 goals, 1 assists) in 15 games, a 11-point pace over 84 games. He is 14th on the Calgary Flames in scoring. 1 of the 2 came at even strength. He is averaging 18:14 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A seventh-round pick, Jake Middleton is a defenseman in his prime whose impact playing third-pair or depth minutes is declining. He is known for his willingness to get in front of shots.
However, Middleton often takes penalties, which limits his effectiveness and contributes to his shrinking role. His overall modest impact is further hindered by these frequent infractions.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Calgary Flames |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 219 lb |
| Born | January 2, 1996 (age 30) in Wainwright, Canada |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 7, Pick 210 — LAK |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -7 | 24 | 16 | 6.2% | 18:14 | 37.9% | 1.1 | -0.1 | -0.9 | -0.16 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.3 | +0.1 | +0.0 | -0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:14 | 16 | 6.2% | 0 | 1 | 0.13 | 1.1 | -0.21 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.9 |
| 2025-26 | 75 | 2 | 14 | 16 | -0.6 |
| 2024-25 | 67 | 8 | 13 | 21 | 2.5 |
| 2023-24 | 80 | 7 | 18 | 25 | 2.4 |
| 2022-23 | 79 | 3 | 12 | 15 | -2.0 |
| 2021-22 | 66 | 4 | 10 | 14 | -1.0 |
| 2020-21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 2019-20 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.6 |
| 2018-19 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jake Middleton has been worth -0.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.5 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 Jake Middleton's GAR this season?
Jake Middleton has been worth -0.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake Middleton's WAR this season?
Jake Middleton has been worth about -0.2 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 Middleton have this season?
Jake Middleton has 1 goals and 1 assists for 2 points in 15 games this season.
Is Jake Middleton a good defenseman?
Jake Middleton ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake Middleton's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jake Middleton has accumulated 1.2 career GAR and 96 points.
How tall is Jake Middleton, and how much does he weigh?
Jake Middleton is 6'3" tall and weighs 219 lb. Born January 2, 1996 (age 30) in Wainwright, Canada.
How does Jake Middleton score across situations in 2026-27?
Jake Middleton has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jake Middleton's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jake Middleton has scored on 6.2% of 16 shots in 2026-27.