John Tavares — Stats & Advanced Analytics
John Tavares is an NHL center for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, John Tavares has 7 points (2 goals, 5 assists) in 7 games, a 84-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Toronto Maple Leafs in scoring. 3 of the 7 came at even strength and 4 on the power play. He is averaging 16:31 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
John Tavares is a high-impact center, even late in his career, continuing to play second-line minutes. The first round, pick one overall, consistently gets to dangerous scoring areas and produces points at a high rate.
He is also effective at winning faceoffs and drives the power play, showcasing his offensive versatility. Tavares remains a significant contributor to his team's scoring efforts.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Toronto Maple Leafs |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 217 lb |
| Born | September 20, 1990 (age 36) in Mississauga, Canada |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 1, Pick 1 — NYI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2 | 5 | 7 | -5 | 4 | 17 | 11.8% | 16:31 | 53.7% | 2.5 | 0.5 | 1.1 | 0.20 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.7 | -0.2 | +0.7 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 69th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Power Play | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 5 | 7 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:31 | 17 | 11.8% | 3 | 2 | 1.00 | 2.5 | 0.29 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 1.1 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 31 | 40 | 71 | 13.9 |
| 2024-25 | 75 | 38 | 36 | 74 | 13.7 |
| 2023-24 | 80 | 29 | 36 | 65 | 15.5 |
| 2022-23 | 80 | 36 | 44 | 80 | 15.9 |
| 2021-22 | 79 | 27 | 49 | 76 | 13.9 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 19 | 31 | 50 | 9.9 |
| 2019-20 | 63 | 26 | 34 | 60 | 14.4 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 47 | 41 | 88 | 22.6 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 37 | 47 | 84 | 16.7 |
| 2016-17 | 77 | 28 | 38 | 66 | 16.0 |
| 2015-16 | 78 | 33 | 37 | 70 | 18.1 |
| 2014-15 | 82 | 38 | 48 | 86 | 20.0 |
| 2013-14 | 59 | 24 | 42 | 66 | 13.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season John Tavares has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.7 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 22.6 in 2018-19.
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 Tavares's GAR this season?
John Tavares has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is John Tavares's WAR this season?
John Tavares has been worth about 0.2 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 Tavares have this season?
John Tavares has 2 goals and 5 assists for 7 points in 7 games this season.
Is John Tavares a good center?
John Tavares ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is John Tavares's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, John Tavares has accumulated 204.9 career GAR and 943 points.
How tall is John Tavares, and how much does he weigh?
John Tavares is 6'1" tall and weighs 217 lb. Born September 20, 1990 (age 36) in Mississauga, Canada.
How does John Tavares score across situations in 2026-27?
John Tavares has 3 even-strength points, 4 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is John Tavares's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
John Tavares has scored on 11.8% of 17 shots in 2026-27.