Jalen Chatfield — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jalen Chatfield is an NHL defenseman for the Carolina Hurricanes.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jalen Chatfield has 4 points (1 goals, 3 assists) in 17 games, a 20-point pace over 84 games. He is 15th on the Carolina Hurricanes in scoring. All 4 came at even strength. He is averaging 20:27 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A defenseman in his prime, Jalen Chatfield is deployed in second-pair minutes and provides solid contributions. He is particularly effective at suppressing chances at even strength, making him a reliable presence on the blue line.
Chatfield's defensive game is limited by the fact that he rarely blocks shots.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 209 lb |
| Born | May 15, 1996 (age 30) in Ypsilanti, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 1 | 3 | 4 | +7 | 6 | 23 | 4.3% | 20:27 | 52.5% | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0.01 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.7 | +0.3 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 3 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:27 | 23 | 4.3% | 1 | 2 | 0.24 | 1.0 | 0.04 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.1 |
| 2025-26 | 72 | 2 | 15 | 17 | 1.2 |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 3.3 |
| 2023-24 | 72 | 8 | 14 | 22 | 7.2 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 4.2 |
| 2021-22 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.2 |
| 2020-21 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jalen Chatfield has been worth 0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.7 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 7.2 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 Jalen Chatfield's GAR this season?
Jalen Chatfield has been worth 0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jalen Chatfield's WAR this season?
Jalen Chatfield has been worth about 0.0 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 Jalen Chatfield have this season?
Jalen Chatfield has 1 goals and 3 assists for 4 points in 17 games this season.
Is Jalen Chatfield a good defenseman?
Jalen Chatfield ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jalen Chatfield's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jalen Chatfield has accumulated 15.7 career GAR and 79 points.
How tall is Jalen Chatfield, and how much does he weigh?
Jalen Chatfield is 6'1" tall and weighs 209 lb. Born May 15, 1996 (age 30) in Ypsilanti, United States.
How does Jalen Chatfield score across situations in 2026-27?
Jalen Chatfield has 4 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jalen Chatfield's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jalen Chatfield has scored on 4.3% of 23 shots in 2026-27.