Max Sasson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Max Sasson is an NHL center for the Vancouver Canucks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Max Sasson has 6 points (4 goals, 2 assists) in 17 games, a 30-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Vancouver Canucks in scoring. All 6 came at even strength. He is averaging 12:31 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
An undrafted center, Max Sasson provides modest impact in a fourth-line or depth role early in his NHL career. His game is marked by several limitations that affect his overall effectiveness.
Sasson struggles on faceoffs, which is a key challenge for a player in his position. He also gives up chances at even strength and seldom generates quality chances, limiting his offensive contributions.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Vancouver Canucks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 181 lb |
| Born | September 5, 2000 (age 26) in Birmingham, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 4 | 2 | 6 | -7 | 17 | 17 | 23.5% | 12:31 | 37.1% | 2.2 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 0.13 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.1 | -0.3 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 65th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 2 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:31 | 17 | 23.5% | 2 | 0 | 0.35 | 2.2 | 0.10 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0.7 |
| 2025-26 | 66 | 13 | 6 | 19 | 1.0 |
| 2024-25 | 29 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 0.8 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Max Sasson has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 3 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.0 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 Max Sasson's GAR this season?
Max Sasson has been worth 0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Max Sasson's WAR this season?
Max Sasson 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 Max Sasson have this season?
Max Sasson has 4 goals and 2 assists for 6 points in 17 games this season.
Is Max Sasson a good center?
Max Sasson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Max Sasson's career GAR?
Across 3 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Max Sasson has accumulated 2.5 career GAR and 32 points.
How tall is Max Sasson, and how much does he weigh?
Max Sasson is 6'1" tall and weighs 181 lb. Born September 5, 2000 (age 26) in Birmingham, United States.
How does Max Sasson score across situations in 2026-27?
Max Sasson has 6 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Max Sasson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Max Sasson has scored on 23.5% of 17 shots in 2026-27.