Jason Zucker — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jason Zucker is an NHL left wing for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jason Zucker has 1 points (1 goals, 0 assists) in 5 games, a 17-point pace over 84 games. He is 18th on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. 0 of the 1 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 11:37 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jason Zucker is a veteran left wing who consistently plays second-line minutes. He provides a solid overall impact.
One notable limitation in Zucker's game is that he rarely blocks shots.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 198 lb |
| Born | January 16, 1992 (age 34) in Newport Beach, United States |
| Draft | 2010 — Round 2, Pick 59 — MIN |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 2 | 10 | 10.0% | 11:37 | 51.0% | 1.4 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.02 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.0 | +0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:37 | 10 | 10.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.20 | 1.4 | 0.06 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.1 |
| 2025-26 | 62 | 24 | 21 | 45 | 7.7 |
| 2024-25 | 73 | 21 | 32 | 53 | 8.0 |
| 2023-24 | 69 | 14 | 18 | 32 | 5.3 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 27 | 21 | 48 | 14.7 |
| 2021-22 | 41 | 8 | 9 | 17 | 2.7 |
| 2020-21 | 38 | 9 | 9 | 18 | 3.3 |
| 2019-20 | 60 | 20 | 21 | 41 | 8.2 |
| 2018-19 | 81 | 21 | 21 | 42 | 11.8 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 33 | 31 | 64 | 17.1 |
| 2016-17 | 79 | 22 | 25 | 47 | 14.1 |
| 2015-16 | 71 | 13 | 10 | 23 | 6.1 |
| 2014-15 | 51 | 21 | 5 | 26 | 8.3 |
| 2013-14 | 21 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jason Zucker has been worth 0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 17.1 in 2017-18.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jason Zucker's GAR this season?
Jason Zucker has been worth 0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jason Zucker's WAR this season?
Jason Zucker 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 Jason Zucker have this season?
Jason Zucker has 1 goals and 0 assists for 1 points in 5 games this season.
Is Jason Zucker a good left wing?
Jason Zucker ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jason Zucker's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jason Zucker has accumulated 108.9 career GAR and 462 points.
How tall is Jason Zucker, and how much does he weigh?
Jason Zucker is 5'11" tall and weighs 198 lb. Born January 16, 1992 (age 34) in Newport Beach, United States.
How does Jason Zucker score across situations in 2026-27?
Jason Zucker has 0 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jason Zucker's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jason Zucker has scored on 10.0% of 10 shots in 2026-27.