Olen Zellweger — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Olen Zellweger is an NHL defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Olen Zellweger has 6 points (3 goals, 3 assists) in 13 games, a 39-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. All 6 came at even strength. He is averaging 19:47 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Playing second-pair minutes, Olen Zellweger provides a solid impact as a defenseman early in his NHL career. He excels at getting to dangerous scoring areas and shoots the puck from everywhere on the ice.
Despite his offensive contributions, Zellweger gives up chances at even strength, which is a limitation in his defensive game.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 193 lb |
| Born | September 10, 2003 (age 23) in Calgary, Canada |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 2, Pick 34 — ANA |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 3 | 3 | 6 | +0 | 10 | 27 | 11.1% | 19:47 | 53.8% | 1.7 | 0.4 | 1.2 | 0.21 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.8 | -0.2 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 65th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 3 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:47 | 27 | 11.1% | 3 | 0 | 0.46 | 1.7 | 0.45 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1.2 |
| 2025-26 | 76 | 7 | 15 | 22 | 3.2 |
| 2024-25 | 62 | 7 | 13 | 20 | 2.3 |
| 2023-24 | 26 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Olen Zellweger has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.8 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.2 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olen Zellweger's GAR this season?
Olen Zellweger has been worth 1.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Olen Zellweger's WAR this season?
Olen Zellweger 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 Olen Zellweger have this season?
Olen Zellweger has 3 goals and 3 assists for 6 points in 13 games this season.
Is Olen Zellweger a good defenseman?
Olen Zellweger ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Olen Zellweger's career GAR?
Across 4 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Olen Zellweger has accumulated 7.0 career GAR and 57 points.
How tall is Olen Zellweger, and how much does he weigh?
Olen Zellweger is 5'10" tall and weighs 193 lb. Born September 10, 2003 (age 23) in Calgary, Canada.
How does Olen Zellweger score across situations in 2026-27?
Olen Zellweger has 6 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Olen Zellweger's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Olen Zellweger has scored on 11.1% of 27 shots in 2026-27.