Jake Sanderson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jake Sanderson is an NHL defenseman for the Ottawa Senators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jake Sanderson has 10 points (1 goals, 9 assists) in 8 games, a 105-point pace over 84 games. He is 4th on the Ottawa Senators in scoring. 9 of the 10 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 22:29 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A young defenseman playing top-pair minutes, Jake Sanderson was a first-round, fifth-overall pick who makes a significant impact. He produces points at a high rate, often getting to dangerous scoring areas and shooting from everywhere.
Sanderson is effective at staying out of the penalty box. His main limitation is a tendency to avoid physical play.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Ottawa Senators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 202 lb |
| Born | July 8, 2002 (age 24) in Whitefish, United States |
| Draft | 2020 — Round 1, Pick 5 — OTT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 1 | 9 | 10 | +1 | 4 | 14 | 7.1% | 22:29 | 52.3% | 2.1 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 0.19 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.2 | +0.2 | +0.1 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 82th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 8 | 9 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 9 | 10 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:29 | 14 | 7.1% | 8 | 1 | 1.25 | 2.1 | 0.22 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 10 | 1.1 |
| 2025-26 | 67 | 14 | 40 | 54 | 9.0 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 11 | 46 | 57 | 6.3 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 10 | 28 | 38 | 2.0 |
| 2022-23 | 77 | 4 | 28 | 32 | 2.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jake Sanderson has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.2 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 5 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 9.0 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 Jake Sanderson's GAR this season?
Jake Sanderson has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake Sanderson's WAR this season?
Jake Sanderson 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 Sanderson have this season?
Jake Sanderson has 1 goals and 9 assists for 10 points in 8 games this season.
Is Jake Sanderson a good defenseman?
Jake Sanderson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jake Sanderson's career GAR?
Across 5 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jake Sanderson has accumulated 20.4 career GAR and 191 points.
How tall is Jake Sanderson, and how much does he weigh?
Jake Sanderson is 6'2" tall and weighs 202 lb. Born July 8, 2002 (age 24) in Whitefish, United States.
How does Jake Sanderson score across situations in 2026-27?
Jake Sanderson has 9 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jake Sanderson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jake Sanderson has scored on 7.1% of 14 shots in 2026-27.