Jiri Kulich — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jiri Kulich is an NHL center for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Jiri Kulich has 3 points (1 goals, 2 assists) in 8 games, a 32-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 13:10 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Jiri Kulich, a young center, provides solid contributions while playing third-line minutes early in his NHL career. A first-round pick, twenty-eighth overall, he fills a depth role.
His primary limitation is a struggle on faceoffs, which impacts his effectiveness in certain situations.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 193 lb |
| Born | April 14, 2004 (age 22) in Kadan, Czechia |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 1, Pick 28 — BUF |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 1 | 2 | 3 | +1 | 0 | 9 | 11.1% | 13:10 | 50.9% | 1.6 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.12 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.7 | +0.1 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:10 | 9 | 11.1% | 1 | 1 | 0.38 | 1.6 | 0.45 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.7 |
| 2025-26 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0.7 |
| 2024-25 | 62 | 15 | 9 | 24 | 6.2 |
| 2023-24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.5 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Jiri Kulich has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.7 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 6.2 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 Jiri Kulich's GAR this season?
Jiri Kulich has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jiri Kulich's WAR this season?
Jiri Kulich 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 Jiri Kulich have this season?
Jiri Kulich has 1 goals and 2 assists for 3 points in 8 games this season.
Is Jiri Kulich a good center?
Jiri Kulich ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Jiri Kulich's career GAR?
Across 4 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jiri Kulich has accumulated 7.1 career GAR and 32 points.
How tall is Jiri Kulich, and how much does he weigh?
Jiri Kulich is 6'1" tall and weighs 193 lb. Born April 14, 2004 (age 22) in Kadan, Czechia.
How does Jiri Kulich score across situations in 2026-27?
Jiri Kulich has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Jiri Kulich's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Jiri Kulich has scored on 11.1% of 9 shots in 2026-27.