Matthew Poitras — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Matthew Poitras is an NHL center for the Boston Bruins.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Matthew Poitras has 7 points (4 goals, 3 assists) in 12 games, a 49-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Boston Bruins in scoring. All 7 came at even strength. He is averaging 9:33 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Matthew Poitras is a center who plays third-line minutes, providing a modest impact early in his NHL career. A key strength is his discipline, as he consistently stays out of the penalty box.
However, Poitras seldom generates quality scoring chances, rarely shoots the puck, and avoids physical play. These limitations in offensive output and physical engagement define the game of this second-round pick.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Boston Bruins |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 189 lb |
| Born | March 10, 2004 (age 22) in Whitby, Canada |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 2, Pick 54 — BOS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 4 | 3 | 7 | +3 | 2 | 14 | 28.6% | 9:33 | 50.8% | 1.9 | 0.6 | 2.5 | 0.45 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +2.2 | -0.1 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 69th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 3 | 7 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:33 | 14 | 28.6% | 3 | 0 | 0.58 | 1.9 | 1.55 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 2.5 |
| 2025-26 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.2 |
| 2024-25 | 33 | 1 | 10 | 11 | 0.1 |
| 2023-24 | 33 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 3.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Matthew Poitras has been worth 2.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+2.2 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.4 in 2023-24.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthew Poitras's GAR this season?
Matthew Poitras has been worth 2.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matthew Poitras's WAR this season?
Matthew Poitras has been worth about 0.4 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 Matthew Poitras have this season?
Matthew Poitras has 4 goals and 3 assists for 7 points in 12 games this season.
Is Matthew Poitras a good center?
Matthew Poitras ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (2.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matthew Poitras's career GAR?
Across 4 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Matthew Poitras has accumulated 6.2 career GAR and 34 points.
How tall is Matthew Poitras, and how much does he weigh?
Matthew Poitras is 6'0" tall and weighs 189 lb. Born March 10, 2004 (age 22) in Whitby, Canada.
How does Matthew Poitras score across situations in 2026-27?
Matthew Poitras has 7 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Matthew Poitras's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Matthew Poitras has scored on 28.6% of 14 shots in 2026-27.