Paul Cotter — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Paul Cotter is an NHL left wing for the Vancouver Canucks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Paul Cotter has 8 points (4 goals, 4 assists) in 16 games, a 42-point pace over 84 games. He is 7th on the Vancouver Canucks in scoring. 5 of the 8 came at even strength and 2 on the power play. He is averaging 14:10 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Playing fourth-line or depth minutes, Paul Cotter is a left wing in his prime who plays a physical, hitting game. He provides a modest impact on the ice with his robust style.
Cotter rarely shoots and contributes little offense, which are significant limitations. He also gives up chances at even strength.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Vancouver Canucks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 213 lb |
| Born | November 16, 1999 (age 26) in Canton, United States |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 4, Pick 115 — VGK |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 4 | 4 | 8 | +0 | 27 | 12 | 33.3% | 14:10 | 39.8% | 2.5 | 0.2 | -0.1 | -0.02 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.2 | +0.2 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 74th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Power Play | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Shorthanded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 4 | 4 | 8 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:10 | 12 | 33.3% | 3 | 1 | 0.50 | 2.5 | -0.17 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 8 | -0.1 |
| 2025-26 | 79 | 9 | 6 | 15 | -0.8 |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 16 | 6 | 22 | 1.4 |
| 2023-24 | 76 | 7 | 18 | 25 | 1.2 |
| 2022-23 | 55 | 13 | 5 | 18 | 1.5 |
| 2021-22 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Paul Cotter has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.5 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Cotter's GAR this season?
Paul Cotter has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Paul Cotter's WAR this season?
Paul Cotter has been worth about -0.0 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 Paul Cotter have this season?
Paul Cotter has 4 goals and 4 assists for 8 points in 16 games this season.
Is Paul Cotter a good left wing?
Paul Cotter ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Paul Cotter's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Paul Cotter has accumulated 3.5 career GAR and 90 points.
How tall is Paul Cotter, and how much does he weigh?
Paul Cotter is 6'2" tall and weighs 213 lb. Born November 16, 1999 (age 26) in Canton, United States.
How does Paul Cotter score across situations in 2026-27?
Paul Cotter has 5 even-strength points, 2 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Paul Cotter's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Paul Cotter has scored on 33.3% of 12 shots in 2026-27.