Sam Carrick — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Sam Carrick is an NHL center for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Sam Carrick has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 6 games, a 14-point pace over 84 games. He is 18th on the Buffalo Sabres in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 7:39 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A veteran center, Sam Carrick is a player whose overall impact is limited, often deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes. He is known for winning faceoffs, a key contribution in his role.
However, Carrick struggles to generate quality scoring chances and contributes little offense. He also has a tendency to take penalties often, which can put his team at a disadvantage.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 202 lb |
| Born | February 4, 1992 (age 34) in Stouffville, Canada |
| Draft | 2010 — Round 5, Pick 144 — TOR |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 | 5 | 0.0% | 7:39 | 42.5% | 0.2 | 0.1 | -0.2 | -0.04 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:39 | 5 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.17 | 0.2 | -0.32 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.2 |
| 2025-26 | 73 | 9 | 7 | 16 | 1.3 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 6 | 14 | 20 | -1.0 |
| 2023-24 | 77 | 10 | 6 | 16 | -4.1 |
| 2022-23 | 52 | 3 | 4 | 7 | -3.6 |
| 2021-22 | 64 | 11 | 8 | 19 | 1.2 |
| 2020-21 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 1.0 |
| 2019-20 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.8 |
| 2018-19 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.7 |
| 2015-16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 |
| 2014-15 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Sam Carrick has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.3 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 Sam Carrick's GAR this season?
Sam Carrick has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Carrick's WAR this season?
Sam Carrick 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 Sam Carrick have this season?
Sam Carrick has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 6 games this season.
Is Sam Carrick a good center?
Sam Carrick ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Carrick's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Sam Carrick has accumulated -7.6 career GAR and 90 points.
How tall is Sam Carrick, and how much does he weigh?
Sam Carrick is 6'0" tall and weighs 202 lb. Born February 4, 1992 (age 34) in Stouffville, Canada.
How does Sam Carrick score across situations in 2026-27?
Sam Carrick has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Sam Carrick's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Sam Carrick has scored on 0.0% of 5 shots in 2026-27.