Justin Faulk — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Justin Faulk is an NHL defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Justin Faulk has 9 points (3 goals, 6 assists) in 16 games, a 47-point pace over 84 games. He is 7th on the Detroit Red Wings in scoring. 6 of the 9 came at even strength and 3 on the power play. He is averaging 19:55 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Playing top-pair minutes, veteran defenseman Justin Faulk makes a solid impact. He produces points at a high rate, gets to dangerous scoring areas, and shoots from everywhere on the ice.
Faulk is also an effective penalty killer, contributing significantly to special teams. His offensive contributions and defensive reliability make him a key component of the defensive corps.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 208 lb |
| Born | March 20, 1992 (age 34) in South St. Paul, United States |
| Draft | 2010 — Round 2, Pick 37 — CAR |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 3 | 6 | 9 | +1 | 10 | 21 | 14.3% | 19:55 | 51.7% | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.03 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.6 | -0.1 | +0.5 | -0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 78th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Power Play | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 6 | 9 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:55 | 21 | 14.3% | 0 | 6 | 0.56 | 1.4 | 0.08 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 0.2 |
| 2025-26 | 78 | 16 | 24 | 40 | 4.0 |
| 2024-25 | 78 | 4 | 28 | 32 | -0.2 |
| 2023-24 | 60 | 2 | 28 | 30 | 1.6 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 11 | 39 | 50 | 4.7 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 16 | 31 | 47 | 6.1 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 7 | 18 | 25 | 1.0 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 5 | 11 | 16 | 1.2 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 11 | 24 | 35 | 1.0 |
| 2017-18 | 76 | 8 | 23 | 31 | 5.1 |
| 2016-17 | 75 | 17 | 20 | 37 | 10.4 |
| 2015-16 | 64 | 16 | 21 | 37 | 5.2 |
| 2014-15 | 82 | 15 | 34 | 49 | 10.0 |
| 2013-14 | 76 | 5 | 27 | 32 | 0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Justin Faulk has been worth 0.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.6 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 10.4 in 2016-17.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Justin Faulk's GAR this season?
Justin Faulk has been worth 0.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Justin Faulk's WAR this season?
Justin Faulk 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 Justin Faulk have this season?
Justin Faulk has 3 goals and 6 assists for 9 points in 16 games this season.
Is Justin Faulk a good defenseman?
Justin Faulk ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Justin Faulk's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Justin Faulk has accumulated 50.5 career GAR and 470 points.
How tall is Justin Faulk, and how much does he weigh?
Justin Faulk is 6'0" tall and weighs 208 lb. Born March 20, 1992 (age 34) in South St. Paul, United States.
How does Justin Faulk score across situations in 2026-27?
Justin Faulk has 6 even-strength points, 3 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Justin Faulk's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Justin Faulk has scored on 14.3% of 21 shots in 2026-27.