Sheldon Dries — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Sheldon Dries is an NHL center for the Detroit Red Wings.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Sheldon Dries has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 10 games. He is 20th on the Detroit Red Wings in scoring. He is averaging 10:16 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Sheldon Dries provides a defensive presence for the Detroit Red Wings, typically operating in a bottom-six role. Through six seasons since 2018-19, the undrafted center has recorded 26 points (16 goals, 10 assists) over 127 career games, with a peak GAR of 1.4 in 2021-22. His contributions are primarily focused on preventing goals rather than generating offense.
In 2025-26, Dries played 5 games, registering 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points. His overall impact for that season was 0.2 GAR, primarily driven by his even-strength defensive play, which contributed +0.3 GAR. At 32 years old, he continues to be a depth option for the Red Wings.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 182 lb |
| Born | April 23, 1994 (age 32) in Macomb, United States |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +0 | 0 | 8 | 0.0% | 10:16 | 36.5% | 1.4 | 0.1 | -0.3 | -0.06 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.3 | +0.1 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 9th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:16 | 8 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 1.4 | -0.11 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.3 |
| 2025-26 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.4 |
| 2022-23 | 63 | 11 | 6 | 17 | 0.9 |
| 2021-22 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.7 |
| 2020-21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 2019-20 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.1 |
| 2018-19 | 40 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -1.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Sheldon Dries has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.9 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 Sheldon Dries's GAR this season?
Sheldon Dries has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sheldon Dries's WAR this season?
Sheldon Dries 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 Sheldon Dries have this season?
Sheldon Dries has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 10 games this season.
Is Sheldon Dries a good center?
Sheldon Dries ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sheldon Dries's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Sheldon Dries has accumulated 0.6 career GAR and 26 points.
How tall is Sheldon Dries, and how much does he weigh?
Sheldon Dries is 5'10" tall and weighs 182 lb. Born April 23, 1994 (age 32) in Macomb, United States.
How does Sheldon Dries score across situations in 2026-27?
Sheldon Dries has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Sheldon Dries's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Sheldon Dries has scored on 0.0% of 8 shots in 2026-27.