Nick Cousins — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nick Cousins is an NHL center for the Ottawa Senators.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Nick Cousins has 2 points (1 goals, 1 assists) in 16 games, a 10-point pace over 84 games. He is 18th on the Ottawa Senators in scoring. Both came at even strength. He is averaging 9:04 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Nick Cousins provides a physical presence, often deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes. As a veteran center, he plays a hitting game, contributing a modest impact.
However, Cousins often takes penalties and seldom generates quality scoring chances. His role remains consistent, focusing on energy rather than offensive output.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Ottawa Senators |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 191 lb |
| Born | July 20, 1993 (age 33) in Belleville, Canada |
| Draft | 2011 — Round 3, Pick 68 — PHI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 42 | 10 | 10.0% | 9:04 | 46.4% | 0.7 | 0.0 | -1.2 | -0.22 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.5 | -0.0 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:04 | 10 | 10.0% | 0 | 1 | 0.12 | 0.7 | -0.53 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1.2 |
| 2025-26 | 81 | 9 | 14 | 23 | 1.3 |
| 2024-25 | 50 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 1.1 |
| 2023-24 | 69 | 7 | 8 | 15 | -0.0 |
| 2022-23 | 79 | 9 | 18 | 27 | 3.6 |
| 2021-22 | 68 | 9 | 13 | 22 | 2.2 |
| 2020-21 | 52 | 5 | 13 | 18 | 1.4 |
| 2019-20 | 65 | 10 | 15 | 25 | 3.8 |
| 2018-19 | 81 | 7 | 20 | 27 | 4.4 |
| 2017-18 | 71 | 12 | 7 | 19 | 4.1 |
| 2016-17 | 60 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 3.0 |
| 2015-16 | 36 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 3.8 |
| 2014-15 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Nick Cousins has been worth -1.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (-0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.5).
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 4.4 in 2018-19.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nick Cousins's GAR this season?
Nick Cousins has been worth -1.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nick Cousins's WAR this season?
Nick Cousins 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 Nick Cousins have this season?
Nick Cousins has 1 goals and 1 assists for 2 points in 16 games this season.
Is Nick Cousins a good center?
Nick Cousins ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nick Cousins's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Nick Cousins has accumulated 26.6 career GAR and 220 points.
How tall is Nick Cousins, and how much does he weigh?
Nick Cousins is 5'11" tall and weighs 191 lb. Born July 20, 1993 (age 33) in Belleville, Canada.
How does Nick Cousins score across situations in 2026-27?
Nick Cousins has 2 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Nick Cousins's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Nick Cousins has scored on 10.0% of 10 shots in 2026-27.