Neal Pionk — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Neal Pionk is an NHL defenseman for the Winnipeg Jets.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Neal Pionk has 10 points (3 goals, 7 assists) in 16 games, a 52-point pace over 84 games. He is 4th on the Winnipeg Jets in scoring. 8 of the 10 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 24:04 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Neal Pionk, an undrafted defenseman, has carved out a role playing top-pair minutes, providing a modest impact. A veteran player, he is known for his physical, hitting game and his willingness to shoot from anywhere on the ice, creating offensive opportunities.
His defensive play includes an aggressive approach, and he consistently contributes offensively by getting pucks toward the net from various positions.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Winnipeg Jets |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Born | July 29, 1995 (age 31) in Omaha, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 3 | 7 | 10 | -4 | 6 | 39 | 7.7% | 24:04 | 51.2% | 2.7 | 0.5 | 1.2 | 0.21 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.4 | -0.2 | +0.3 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 82th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| Power Play | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 7 | 10 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24:04 | 39 | 7.7% | 5 | 2 | 0.62 | 2.7 | -0.03 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 1.2 |
| 2025-26 | 51 | 3 | 9 | 12 | -2.0 |
| 2024-25 | 69 | 10 | 29 | 39 | 4.5 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 5 | 28 | 33 | -0.7 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 10 | 23 | 33 | 0.6 |
| 2021-22 | 77 | 3 | 31 | 34 | 1.6 |
| 2020-21 | 54 | 3 | 29 | 32 | 6.0 |
| 2019-20 | 71 | 6 | 39 | 45 | 8.2 |
| 2018-19 | 73 | 6 | 20 | 26 | -0.5 |
| 2017-18 | 28 | 1 | 13 | 14 | -0.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Neal Pionk has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.4 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 8.2 in 2019-20.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neal Pionk's GAR this season?
Neal Pionk has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Neal Pionk's WAR this season?
Neal Pionk has been worth about 0.2 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 Neal Pionk have this season?
Neal Pionk has 3 goals and 7 assists for 10 points in 16 games this season.
Is Neal Pionk a good defenseman?
Neal Pionk ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Neal Pionk's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Neal Pionk has accumulated 18.8 career GAR and 278 points.
How tall is Neal Pionk, and how much does he weigh?
Neal Pionk is 6'0" tall and weighs 190 lb. Born July 29, 1995 (age 31) in Omaha, United States.
How does Neal Pionk score across situations in 2026-27?
Neal Pionk has 8 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Neal Pionk's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Neal Pionk has scored on 7.7% of 39 shots in 2026-27.