John Leonard — Stats & Advanced Analytics
John Leonard is an NHL left wing for the Detroit Red Wings.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, John Leonard has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 2 games. He is 20th on the Detroit Red Wings in scoring. He is averaging 11:40 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
John Leonard is a defensive-minded left wing for the Detroit Red Wings, carving out a role as a depth forward. In 2025-26, he appeared in 11 games, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points. Over his five-season career, which began in 2020-21, the 28-year-old has played 81 games, recording 8 goals and 13 assists for 21 points.
Leonard's 1.9 GAR in 2025-26 indicates a positive impact in his limited playing time, with his even-strength defense being a notable value driver, contributing +0.6 GAR. While his career peak GAR was 2.4 in 2020-21, his performance in 2025-26 suggests he can be an effective bottom-six forward, relied upon for his defensive play.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 192 lb |
| Born | August 7, 1998 (age 28) in Westwood, United States |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 6, Pick 182 — SJS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2 | 0 | 3 | 0.0% | 11:40 | 40.0% | 0.3 | 0.0 | -0.1 | -0.02 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | — | +0.0 | +0.0 |
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 | 3 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.3 | -0.33 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.1 |
| 2025-26 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1.2 |
| 2023-24 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.3 |
| 2022-23 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.2 |
| 2021-22 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.1 |
| 2020-21 | 44 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 1.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season John Leonard has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.4 in 2020-21.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Leonard's GAR this season?
John Leonard has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is John Leonard's WAR this season?
John Leonard 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 John Leonard have this season?
John Leonard has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 2 games this season.
Is John Leonard a good left wing?
John Leonard ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is John Leonard's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, John Leonard has accumulated 2.7 career GAR and 21 points.
How tall is John Leonard, and how much does he weigh?
John Leonard is 5'11" tall and weighs 192 lb. Born August 7, 1998 (age 28) in Westwood, United States.
How does John Leonard score across situations in 2026-27?
John Leonard has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is John Leonard's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
John Leonard has scored on 0.0% of 3 shots in 2026-27.