Matt Grzelcyk — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Matt Grzelcyk is an NHL defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Matt Grzelcyk has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 1 games. He is 22nd on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. He is averaging 14:27 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Matt Grzelcyk is a veteran defenseman whose impact is declining, now deployed in third-pair or depth minutes. He struggles to finish scoring chances, often producing less than the quality of his opportunities suggests, and he rarely blocks shots.
His shrinking role reflects a reduced overall impact. Grzelcyk, a third-round pick, provides modest contributions from the backend, but his effectiveness has waned.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Born | January 5, 1994 (age 32) in Charlestown, United States |
| Draft | 2012 — Round 3, Pick 85 — BOS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | 0 | 0 | — | 14:27 | 40.3% | — | -0.4 | 0.0 | 0.00 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:27 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | — | -0.22 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 2025-26 | 69 | 0 | 12 | 12 | -2.2 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 1 | 39 | 40 | 4.8 |
| 2023-24 | 63 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 0.2 |
| 2022-23 | 75 | 4 | 22 | 26 | 4.2 |
| 2021-22 | 73 | 4 | 20 | 24 | 5.8 |
| 2020-21 | 37 | 5 | 15 | 20 | 5.3 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 4 | 17 | 21 | 2.9 |
| 2018-19 | 66 | 3 | 15 | 18 | 1.5 |
| 2017-18 | 61 | 3 | 12 | 15 | 4.3 |
| 2016-17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Matt Grzelcyk has been worth 0.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.8 in 2021-22.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matt Grzelcyk's GAR this season?
Matt Grzelcyk has been worth 0.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matt Grzelcyk's WAR this season?
Matt Grzelcyk 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 Matt Grzelcyk have this season?
Matt Grzelcyk has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 1 games this season.
Is Matt Grzelcyk a good defenseman?
Matt Grzelcyk ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matt Grzelcyk's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Matt Grzelcyk has accumulated 27.1 career GAR and 187 points.
How tall is Matt Grzelcyk, and how much does he weigh?
Matt Grzelcyk is 5'10" tall and weighs 180 lb. Born January 5, 1994 (age 32) in Charlestown, United States.
How does Matt Grzelcyk score across situations in 2026-27?
Matt Grzelcyk has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.