Ryan McLeod — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Ryan McLeod is an NHL center for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Ryan McLeod has 3 points (1 goals, 2 assists) in 14 games, a 18-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 15:04 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
As a center in his prime, Ryan McLeod plays top-line minutes, where he provides a modest impact for his position. He is a disciplined player who consistently stays out of the penalty box, avoiding putting his team shorthanded.
However, McLeod's game is limited by his tendency to avoid physical play, which can affect his presence in contested areas of the ice.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 204 lb |
| Born | September 21, 1999 (age 27) in Mississauga, Canada |
| Draft | 2018 — Round 2, Pick 40 — EDM |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -6 | 4 | 13 | 7.7% | 15:04 | 43.3% | 1.5 | 0.1 | -0.6 | -0.11 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.0 | -0.1 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:04 | 13 | 7.7% | 2 | 0 | 0.21 | 1.5 | -0.15 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -0.6 |
| 2025-26 | 81 | 14 | 40 | 54 | 2.9 |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 20 | 33 | 53 | 5.6 |
| 2023-24 | 81 | 12 | 18 | 30 | 5.9 |
| 2022-23 | 57 | 11 | 12 | 23 | 1.6 |
| 2021-22 | 71 | 9 | 12 | 21 | 0.5 |
| 2020-21 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Ryan McLeod has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 5.9 in 2023-24.
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 McLeod's GAR this season?
Ryan McLeod has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ryan McLeod's WAR this season?
Ryan McLeod 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 McLeod have this season?
Ryan McLeod has 1 goals and 2 assists for 3 points in 14 games this season.
Is Ryan McLeod a good center?
Ryan McLeod ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Ryan McLeod's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Ryan McLeod has accumulated 15.5 career GAR and 185 points.
How tall is Ryan McLeod, and how much does he weigh?
Ryan McLeod is 6'3" tall and weighs 204 lb. Born September 21, 1999 (age 27) in Mississauga, Canada.
How does Ryan McLeod score across situations in 2026-27?
Ryan McLeod has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Ryan McLeod's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Ryan McLeod has scored on 7.7% of 13 shots in 2026-27.