Jared Spurgeon — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jared Spurgeon is an NHL defenseman for the Minnesota Wild.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jared Spurgeon has 5 points (1 goals, 4 assists) in 10 games, a 42-point pace over 84 games. He is 11th on the Minnesota Wild in scoring. 4 of the 5 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 20:33 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jared Spurgeon provides solid contributions as a defenseman playing second-pair minutes late in his career. A sixth-round, pick one hundred fifty-six overall selection, he is known for his strong defensive play.
He consistently stays out of the penalty box, suppresses chances at even strength, and reliably gets in front of shots, demonstrating a committed approach to defense.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Minnesota Wild |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Weight | 166 lb |
| Born | November 29, 1989 (age 36) in Edmonton, Canada |
| Draft | 2008 — Round 6, Pick 156 — NYI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 1 | 4 | 5 | +6 | 4 | 13 | 7.7% | 20:33 | 55.1% | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.10 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.7 | +0.4 | +0.2 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 55th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 4 | 5 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:33 | 13 | 7.7% | 2 | 2 | 0.50 | 0.5 | 0.40 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0.6 |
| 2025-26 | 79 | 6 | 16 | 22 | 1.3 |
| 2024-25 | 66 | 7 | 25 | 32 | 5.8 |
| 2023-24 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0.6 |
| 2022-23 | 79 | 11 | 23 | 34 | 3.0 |
| 2021-22 | 65 | 10 | 30 | 40 | 7.2 |
| 2020-21 | 54 | 7 | 18 | 25 | 3.8 |
| 2019-20 | 62 | 12 | 20 | 32 | 7.0 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 14 | 29 | 43 | 6.0 |
| 2017-18 | 61 | 9 | 28 | 37 | 7.4 |
| 2016-17 | 76 | 10 | 28 | 38 | 8.8 |
| 2015-16 | 77 | 11 | 18 | 29 | 6.9 |
| 2014-15 | 67 | 9 | 16 | 25 | 6.7 |
| 2013-14 | 67 | 5 | 21 | 26 | 4.5 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jared Spurgeon has been worth 0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.7 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 8.8 in 2016-17.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jared Spurgeon's GAR this season?
Jared Spurgeon has been worth 0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jared Spurgeon's WAR this season?
Jared Spurgeon has been worth about 0.1 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 Jared Spurgeon have this season?
Jared Spurgeon has 1 goals and 4 assists for 5 points in 10 games this season.
Is Jared Spurgeon a good defenseman?
Jared Spurgeon ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jared Spurgeon's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jared Spurgeon has accumulated 69.4 career GAR and 393 points.
How tall is Jared Spurgeon, and how much does he weigh?
Jared Spurgeon is 5'9" tall and weighs 166 lb. Born November 29, 1989 (age 36) in Edmonton, Canada.
How does Jared Spurgeon score across situations in 2026-27?
Jared Spurgeon has 4 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jared Spurgeon's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jared Spurgeon has scored on 7.7% of 13 shots in 2026-27.