Mathew Barzal — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Mathew Barzal is an NHL center for the New York Islanders.
Scouting Report
Mathew Barzal is a high-impact offensive center in his prime, playing top-line minutes. This first-round pick produces points at a high rate, consistently shooting from everywhere and getting to dangerous scoring areas. He also gets in front of shots.
Barzal struggles on faceoffs and gives up chances at even strength, which are limitations in his game.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | New York Islanders |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 186 lb |
| Born | May 26, 1997 (age 29) in Coquitlam, Canada |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 1, Pick 16 — NYI |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 81 | 19 | 53 | 72 | 13.1 |
| 2024-25 | 30 | 6 | 14 | 20 | 3.8 |
| 2023-24 | 80 | 23 | 57 | 80 | 16.3 |
| 2022-23 | 58 | 14 | 37 | 51 | 5.9 |
| 2021-22 | 73 | 15 | 44 | 59 | 11.7 |
| 2020-21 | 55 | 17 | 28 | 45 | 9.7 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 19 | 41 | 60 | 11.1 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 18 | 44 | 62 | 10.0 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 22 | 63 | 85 | 17.2 |
| 2016-17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.6 |
Analysis
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 17.2 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 Mathew Barzal's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Mathew Barzal has accumulated 98.3 career GAR and 534 points.
When was Mathew Barzal drafted?
Mathew Barzal was drafted in 2015 — Round 1, Pick 16 — NYI.
How tall is Mathew Barzal, and how much does he weigh?
Mathew Barzal is 6'1" tall and weighs 186 lb. Born May 26, 1997 (age 29) in Coquitlam, Canada.