Parker Wotherspoon — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Parker Wotherspoon is an NHL defenseman for the Vegas Golden Knights. In the 2025-26 season Parker Wotherspoon has 3 goals, 27 assists and 30 points in 80 games, worth 5.2 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Parker Wotherspoon is an established defenseman having his most impactful season for the Golden Knights. The 28-year-old has played 80 games, recording 3 goals and 30 points, while generating a career-high 2.5 GAR, indicating a solid season on the blueline.
His primary contribution stems from his strong even-strength defensive play, which accounts for +2.1 GAR, making him a reliable presence in his own end. Across four seasons and 188 career games, he has consistently provided a steady, defensively-minded presence.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Vegas Golden Knights |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 4, Pick 112 — NYI |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 3 | 27 | 30 | +17 | 55 | 70 | 4.3% | 20:09 | 47.6% | 2.7 | 0.3 | 5.2 | 0.34 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +2.1 | +3.7 | -0.1 | -0.2 |
League percentile rank: points 59th, GAR 65th, WAR 65th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 80 | 3 | 27 | 30 | 5.2 |
| 2024-25 | 55 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -0.7 |
| 2023-24 | 41 | 0 | 8 | 8 | -1.1 |
| 2022-23 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Parker Wotherspoon has been worth 5.2 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 65th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+3.7 GAR), while his shorthanded defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.2 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 Parker Wotherspoon's GAR this season?
Parker Wotherspoon has been worth 5.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 65th percentile of NHL players.
How many points does Parker Wotherspoon have this season?
Parker Wotherspoon has 3 goals and 27 assists for 30 points in 80 games this season.
Is Parker Wotherspoon a good defenseman?
Parker Wotherspoon ranks in the 65th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (5.2) in the 2025-26 season.