Noah Cates — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Noah Cates is an NHL left wing for the Philadelphia Flyers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Noah Cates has 5 points (2 goals, 3 assists) in 17 games, a 25-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Philadelphia Flyers in scoring. All 5 came at even strength. He is averaging 13:02 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Noah Cates is a solid left wing in his prime, playing second-line minutes. He excels at suppressing opponent chances at even strength and is an effective penalty killer, consistently disrupting opposing attacks.
Cates also drives the power play, contributing to offensive zone entries and setup. His primary limitation is struggling on faceoffs.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Philadelphia Flyers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 194 lb |
| Born | February 5, 1999 (age 27) in Stillwater, United States |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 5, Pick 137 — PHI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -3 | 6 | 14 | 14.3% | 13:02 | 39.8% | 1.6 | 0.1 | -0.5 | -0.08 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.3 | +0.3 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 55th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:02 | 14 | 14.3% | 1 | 2 | 0.29 | 1.6 | 0.17 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 18 | 29 | 47 | 4.4 |
| 2024-25 | 78 | 16 | 21 | 37 | 7.1 |
| 2023-24 | 59 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 3.5 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 13 | 25 | 38 | 0.4 |
| 2021-22 | 16 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 2.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Noah Cates has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.3 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 7.1 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noah Cates's GAR this season?
Noah Cates has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Noah Cates's WAR this season?
Noah Cates 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 Noah Cates have this season?
Noah Cates has 2 goals and 3 assists for 5 points in 17 games this season.
Is Noah Cates a good left wing?
Noah Cates ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Noah Cates's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Noah Cates has accumulated 17.2 career GAR and 154 points.
How tall is Noah Cates, and how much does he weigh?
Noah Cates is 6'2" tall and weighs 194 lb. Born February 5, 1999 (age 27) in Stillwater, United States.
How does Noah Cates score across situations in 2026-27?
Noah Cates has 5 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Noah Cates's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Noah Cates has scored on 14.3% of 14 shots in 2026-27.