Matthew Wood — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Matthew Wood is an NHL right wing for the Seattle Kraken.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Matthew Wood has 3 points (1 goals, 2 assists) in 14 games, a 18-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Seattle Kraken in scoring. 1 of the 3 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 14:03 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Matthew Wood, a right wing early in his NHL career, provides solid play while deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes. He is known for a disciplined approach to the game.
A key strength in Wood's play is his ability to consistently stay out of the penalty box. This reliability allows him to contribute steadily within his role without putting his team at a disadvantage.
Player Profile
| Position | Right Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Seattle Kraken |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 202 lb |
| Born | February 6, 2005 (age 21) in Nanaimo, Canada |
| Draft | 2023 — Round 1, Pick 15 — NSH |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -2 | 4 | 20 | 5.0% | 14:03 | 49.5% | 2.9 | 0.1 | -0.3 | -0.05 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.0 | -0.1 | +0.2 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:03 | 20 | 5.0% | 2 | 0 | 0.21 | 2.9 | -0.30 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -0.3 |
| 2025-26 | 71 | 17 | 13 | 30 | 5.2 |
| 2024-25 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Matthew Wood has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 3 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.2 in 2025-26.
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 Wood's GAR this season?
Matthew Wood has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matthew Wood's WAR this season?
Matthew Wood 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 Matthew Wood have this season?
Matthew Wood has 1 goals and 2 assists for 3 points in 14 games this season.
Is Matthew Wood a good right wing?
Matthew Wood ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Matthew Wood's career GAR?
Across 3 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Matthew Wood has accumulated 4.7 career GAR and 34 points.
How tall is Matthew Wood, and how much does he weigh?
Matthew Wood is 6'4" tall and weighs 202 lb. Born February 6, 2005 (age 21) in Nanaimo, Canada.
How does Matthew Wood score across situations in 2026-27?
Matthew Wood has 1 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Matthew Wood's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Matthew Wood has scored on 5.0% of 20 shots in 2026-27.