Nick Schmaltz — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Nick Schmaltz is an NHL center for the Utah Mammoth.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Nick Schmaltz has 17 points (8 goals, 9 assists) in 16 games, a 89-point pace over 84 games. He is 3rd on the Utah Mammoth and is 31st in the NHL in scoring. 8 of the 17 came at even strength and 9 on the power play. He is averaging 17:48 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Nick Schmaltz is a solid contributor in his prime, playing top-line minutes as a center. He produces points at a high rate, consistently getting to dangerous scoring areas and shooting from everywhere on the ice. He also stands out as an effective penalty killer.
However, Schmaltz avoids physical play and gives up chances at even strength, which are areas of limitation in his game.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Utah Mammoth |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 184 lb |
| Born | February 23, 1996 (age 30) in Madison, United States |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 1, Pick 20 — CHI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 8 | 9 | 17 | -10 | 4 | 44 | 18.2% | 17:48 | 59.5% | 6.0 | 0.6 | 2.4 | 0.42 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.2 | -0.1 | +1.4 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 96th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| Power Play | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 8 | 9 | 17 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:48 | 44 | 18.2% | 5 | 4 | 1.06 | 6.0 | 0.34 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 8 | 9 | 17 | 2.4 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 33 | 41 | 74 | 9.7 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 20 | 43 | 63 | 8.2 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 22 | 39 | 61 | 6.7 |
| 2022-23 | 63 | 22 | 36 | 58 | 6.9 |
| 2021-22 | 63 | 23 | 36 | 59 | 10.9 |
| 2020-21 | 52 | 10 | 22 | 32 | 6.9 |
| 2019-20 | 70 | 11 | 34 | 45 | 5.6 |
| 2018-19 | 40 | 7 | 18 | 25 | 1.9 |
| 2017-18 | 78 | 21 | 31 | 52 | 7.8 |
| 2016-17 | 61 | 6 | 22 | 28 | 3.8 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Nick Schmaltz has been worth 2.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+1.4 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 10.9 in 2021-22.
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 Schmaltz's GAR this season?
Nick Schmaltz has been worth 2.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nick Schmaltz's WAR this season?
Nick Schmaltz has been worth about 0.4 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 Schmaltz have this season?
Nick Schmaltz has 8 goals and 9 assists for 17 points in 16 games this season.
Is Nick Schmaltz a good center?
Nick Schmaltz ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (2.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Nick Schmaltz's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Nick Schmaltz has accumulated 70.8 career GAR and 514 points.
How tall is Nick Schmaltz, and how much does he weigh?
Nick Schmaltz is 6'0" tall and weighs 184 lb. Born February 23, 1996 (age 30) in Madison, United States.
How does Nick Schmaltz score across situations in 2026-27?
Nick Schmaltz has 8 even-strength points, 9 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Nick Schmaltz's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Nick Schmaltz has scored on 18.2% of 44 shots in 2026-27.