Josh Doan — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Josh Doan is an NHL right wing for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Josh Doan has 3 points (2 goals, 1 assists) in 14 games, a 18-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 15:24 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Early in his NHL career, Josh Doan is a solid contributor at right wing, playing second-line minutes. He excels at suppressing chances at even strength, demonstrating strong defensive awareness for a young player.
Drafted in the second round, Doan's game focuses on preventing opponent scoring opportunities. His ability to impact play defensively is a key asset in his early development.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 198 lb |
| Born | February 1, 2002 (age 24) in Scottsdale, United States |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 2, Pick 37 — ARI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 2 | 1 | 3 | +0 | 4 | 23 | 8.7% | 15:24 | 51.5% | 2.7 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 0.16 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.0 | +0.1 | -0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:24 | 23 | 8.7% | 1 | 0 | 0.21 | 2.7 | 0.08 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.9 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 25 | 27 | 52 | 12.8 |
| 2024-25 | 51 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 4.1 |
| 2023-24 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 3.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Josh Doan has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 12.8 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Josh Doan's GAR this season?
Josh Doan has been worth 0.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Josh Doan's WAR this season?
Josh Doan 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 Josh Doan have this season?
Josh Doan has 2 goals and 1 assists for 3 points in 14 games this season.
Is Josh Doan a good right wing?
Josh Doan ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Josh Doan's career GAR?
Across 4 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Josh Doan has accumulated 21.2 career GAR and 83 points.
How tall is Josh Doan, and how much does he weigh?
Josh Doan is 6'2" tall and weighs 198 lb. Born February 1, 2002 (age 24) in Scottsdale, United States.
How does Josh Doan score across situations in 2026-27?
Josh Doan has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Josh Doan's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Josh Doan has scored on 8.7% of 23 shots in 2026-27.