Ryan Donato — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ryan Donato is an NHL center for the Chicago Blackhawks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Ryan Donato has 5 points (2 goals, 3 assists) in 15 games, a 28-point pace over 84 games. He is 8th on the Chicago Blackhawks in scoring. All 5 came at even strength. He is averaging 11:58 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Ryan Donato is a center in his prime who provides a solid and dependable presence while playing third-line minutes.
He consistently fulfills his role requirements, offering a steady effort. However, he rarely blocks shots, which can be a notable limitation in defensive zone coverage.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Born | April 9, 1996 (age 30) in Boston, United States |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 2, Pick 56 — BOS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -5 | 5 | 15 | 13.3% | 11:58 | 44.4% | 2.4 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 0.09 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.8 | -0.1 | -0.1 | +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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:58 | 15 | 13.3% | 2 | 1 | 0.33 | 2.4 | 0.12 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 15 | 15 | 30 | 2.0 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 31 | 31 | 62 | 15.5 |
| 2023-24 | 78 | 12 | 18 | 30 | 2.9 |
| 2022-23 | 71 | 14 | 13 | 27 | 6.5 |
| 2021-22 | 74 | 16 | 15 | 31 | 4.4 |
| 2020-21 | 50 | 6 | 14 | 20 | 3.9 |
| 2019-20 | 62 | 14 | 9 | 23 | 6.2 |
| 2018-19 | 56 | 10 | 15 | 25 | 5.0 |
| 2017-18 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 2.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Ryan Donato has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.8 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 15.5 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 Ryan Donato's GAR this season?
Ryan Donato has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ryan Donato's WAR this season?
Ryan Donato 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 Ryan Donato have this season?
Ryan Donato has 2 goals and 3 assists for 5 points in 15 games this season.
Is Ryan Donato a good center?
Ryan Donato ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ryan Donato's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Ryan Donato has accumulated 49.5 career GAR and 262 points.
How tall is Ryan Donato, and how much does he weigh?
Ryan Donato is 6'0" tall and weighs 190 lb. Born April 9, 1996 (age 30) in Boston, United States.
How does Ryan Donato score across situations in 2026-27?
Ryan Donato has 5 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Ryan Donato's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Ryan Donato has scored on 13.3% of 15 shots in 2026-27.