Michael McCarron — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Michael McCarron is an NHL center for the Minnesota Wild.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Michael McCarron has 8 points (3 goals, 5 assists) in 17 games, a 40-point pace over 84 games. He is 7th on the Minnesota Wild in scoring. All 8 came at even strength. He is averaging 13:34 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Michael McCarron is a veteran center known for his physical, hitting game and willingness to get in front of shots. He plays third-line minutes, though he provides a limited impact.
His game is hampered by a tendency to take penalties often and contribute little offence, which limits his overall effectiveness despite his defensive and physical contributions.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Minnesota Wild |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'6" |
| Weight | 232 lb |
| Born | March 7, 1995 (age 31) in Grosse Pointe, United States |
| Draft | 2013 — Round 1, Pick 25 — MTL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 3 | 5 | 8 | +6 | 14 | 32 | 9.4% | 13:34 | 42.5% | 2.2 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.10 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.0 | +0.1 | +0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 74th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 5 | 8 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:34 | 32 | 9.4% | 3 | 2 | 0.47 | 2.2 | 0.36 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 79 | 8 | 9 | 17 | -3.6 |
| 2024-25 | 74 | 5 | 9 | 14 | -3.8 |
| 2023-24 | 70 | 12 | 10 | 22 | 2.7 |
| 2022-23 | 32 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.5 |
| 2021-22 | 51 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 0.6 |
| 2020-21 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 |
| 2017-18 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1.5 |
| 2016-17 | 31 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -0.2 |
| 2015-16 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Michael McCarron has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 2.7 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 Michael McCarron's GAR this season?
Michael McCarron has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Michael McCarron's WAR this season?
Michael McCarron 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 Michael McCarron have this season?
Michael McCarron has 3 goals and 5 assists for 8 points in 17 games this season.
Is Michael McCarron a good center?
Michael McCarron ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Michael McCarron's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Michael McCarron has accumulated -6.4 career GAR and 87 points.
How tall is Michael McCarron, and how much does he weigh?
Michael McCarron is 6'6" tall and weighs 232 lb. Born March 7, 1995 (age 31) in Grosse Pointe, United States.
How does Michael McCarron score across situations in 2026-27?
Michael McCarron has 8 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Michael McCarron's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Michael McCarron has scored on 9.4% of 32 shots in 2026-27.