Tyson Kozak — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Tyson Kozak is an NHL center for the Buffalo Sabres.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Tyson Kozak has 1 points (1 goals, 0 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 11:05 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Tyson Kozak is a physical, hitting center early in his NHL career, playing fourth-line or depth minutes with limited impact. He also maintains discipline by staying out of the penalty box and consistently gets in front of shots.
However, Kozak contributes little offence, rarely shoots, and seldom generates quality chances. These offensive limitations define his current role.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Born | December 29, 2002 (age 23) in Souris, Canada |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 7, Pick 193 — BUF |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 2 | 2 | 50.0% | 11:05 | 42.0% | 0.2 | 0.2 | -0.4 | -0.07 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.2 | -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 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:05 | 2 | 50.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.17 | 0.2 | -0.02 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.4 |
| 2025-26 | 46 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -1.9 |
| 2024-25 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 5 | -0.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Tyson Kozak has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (-0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.2).
Across 3 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at -0.4 in 2026-27.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyson Kozak's GAR this season?
Tyson Kozak has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Tyson Kozak's WAR this season?
Tyson Kozak 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 Tyson Kozak have this season?
Tyson Kozak has 1 goals and 0 assists for 1 points in 6 games this season.
Is Tyson Kozak a good center?
Tyson Kozak ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Tyson Kozak's career GAR?
Across 3 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Tyson Kozak has accumulated -3.0 career GAR and 12 points.
How tall is Tyson Kozak, and how much does he weigh?
Tyson Kozak is 5'11" tall and weighs 185 lb. Born December 29, 2002 (age 23) in Souris, Canada.
How does Tyson Kozak score across situations in 2026-27?
Tyson Kozak has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Tyson Kozak's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Tyson Kozak has scored on 50.0% of 2 shots in 2026-27.