Tage Thompson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Tage Thompson is an NHL center for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Tage Thompson has 17 points (10 goals, 7 assists) in 14 games, a 102-point pace over 84 games. He leads the Buffalo Sabres and is 31st in the NHL in scoring. 12 of the 17 came at even strength and 5 on the power play. He is averaging 19:26 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A high-impact offensive center in his prime, Tage Thompson plays top-line minutes, consistently getting to dangerous scoring areas. He shoots from everywhere on the ice, producing points at a high rate and often finishing plays better than his chances suggest.
Thompson's ability to generate offence makes him a central figure for his team. His strong scoring touch defines his role as a consistent threat.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'6" |
| Weight | 220 lb |
| Born | October 30, 1997 (age 29) in Phoenix, United States |
| Draft | 2016 — Round 1, Pick 26 — STL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 10 | 7 | 17 | +5 | 6 | 63 | 15.9% | 19:26 | 56.9% | 6.8 | 0.9 | 3.9 | 0.70 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.1 | -0.2 | +0.7 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 96th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| Power Play | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 10 | 7 | 17 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:26 | 63 | 15.9% | 3 | 4 | 1.21 | 6.8 | 0.93 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 17 | 3.9 |
| 2025-26 | 81 | 40 | 41 | 81 | 20.8 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 44 | 28 | 72 | 18.9 |
| 2023-24 | 71 | 29 | 27 | 56 | 10.0 |
| 2022-23 | 78 | 47 | 47 | 94 | 19.0 |
| 2021-22 | 78 | 38 | 30 | 68 | 12.8 |
| 2020-21 | 38 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 2.3 |
| 2019-20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.2 |
| 2018-19 | 65 | 7 | 5 | 12 | -2.1 |
| 2017-18 | 41 | 3 | 6 | 9 | -0.7 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Tage Thompson has been worth 3.9 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 20.8 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 Tage Thompson's GAR this season?
Tage Thompson has been worth 3.9 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Tage Thompson's WAR this season?
Tage Thompson has been worth about 0.7 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 Tage Thompson have this season?
Tage Thompson has 10 goals and 7 assists for 17 points in 14 games this season.
Is Tage Thompson a good center?
Tage Thompson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (3.9) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Tage Thompson's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Tage Thompson has accumulated 83.6 career GAR and 423 points.
How tall is Tage Thompson, and how much does he weigh?
Tage Thompson is 6'6" tall and weighs 220 lb. Born October 30, 1997 (age 29) in Phoenix, United States.
How does Tage Thompson score across situations in 2026-27?
Tage Thompson has 12 even-strength points, 5 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Tage Thompson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Tage Thompson has scored on 15.9% of 63 shots in 2026-27.