Josh Manson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Josh Manson is an NHL defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Josh Manson has 4 points (1 goals, 3 assists) in 13 games, a 26-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Colorado Avalanche in scoring. All 4 came at even strength. He is averaging 14:59 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A solid defender late in his career, Josh Manson plays second-pair minutes, bringing a physical, hitting game. Drafted in the sixth round, he excels at suppressing chances at even strength and is an effective penalty killer.
However, Manson often takes penalties, which can put his team at a disadvantage. His robust defensive style and ability to disrupt opponent plays are key attributes.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Colorado Avalanche |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 218 lb |
| Born | October 7, 1991 (age 35) in Hinsdale, United States |
| Draft | 2011 — Round 6, Pick 160 — ANA |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 1 | 3 | 4 | +5 | 2 | 12 | 8.3% | 14:59 | 46.0% | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.12 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.6 | +0.2 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 3 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:59 | 12 | 8.3% | 1 | 2 | 0.31 | 0.6 | 0.28 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.7 |
| 2025-26 | 79 | 5 | 26 | 31 | 3.8 |
| 2024-25 | 48 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 1.4 |
| 2023-24 | 76 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 3.3 |
| 2022-23 | 27 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 1.1 |
| 2021-22 | 67 | 6 | 10 | 16 | -0.6 |
| 2020-21 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -0.1 |
| 2019-20 | 50 | 1 | 8 | 9 | -0.4 |
| 2018-19 | 74 | 3 | 13 | 16 | -3.0 |
| 2017-18 | 80 | 7 | 30 | 37 | 4.2 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 5 | 12 | 17 | 0.9 |
| 2015-16 | 71 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 2.0 |
| 2014-15 | 28 | 0 | 3 | 3 | -1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Josh Manson has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.6 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 4.2 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 Josh Manson's GAR this season?
Josh Manson has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Josh Manson's WAR this season?
Josh Manson 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 Josh Manson have this season?
Josh Manson has 1 goals and 3 assists for 4 points in 13 games this season.
Is Josh Manson a good defenseman?
Josh Manson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Josh Manson's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Josh Manson has accumulated 12.2 career GAR and 205 points.
How tall is Josh Manson, and how much does he weigh?
Josh Manson is 6'3" tall and weighs 218 lb. Born October 7, 1991 (age 35) in Hinsdale, United States.
How does Josh Manson score across situations in 2026-27?
Josh Manson has 4 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Josh Manson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Josh Manson has scored on 8.3% of 12 shots in 2026-27.