William Carrier — Stats & Advanced Analytics
William Carrier is an NHL left wing for the Carolina Hurricanes.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, William Carrier has 8 points (0 goals, 8 assists) in 17 games, a 40-point pace over 84 games. He is 9th on the Carolina Hurricanes in scoring. All 8 came at even strength. He is averaging 12:59 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
William Carrier is a veteran left wing known for his physical, hitting game. He plays fourth-line or depth minutes, providing a solid impact in his defensive zone and forechecking role.
However, Carrier rarely blocks shots and contributes little offence. He also finishes below what his chances suggest, which limits his overall offensive output despite his consistent physical presence.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 214 lb |
| Born | December 20, 1994 (age 31) in LaSalle, Canada |
| Draft | 2013 — Round 2, Pick 57 — STL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 0 | 8 | 8 | +1 | 10 | 27 | 0.0% | 12:59 | 61.5% | 3.9 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 0.30 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +2.2 | +0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 74th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 8 | 8 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:59 | 27 | 0.0% | 6 | 2 | 0.47 | 3.9 | 0.46 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 17 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 1.7 |
| 2025-26 | 70 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 4.9 |
| 2024-25 | 43 | 4 | 7 | 11 | 2.1 |
| 2023-24 | 39 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 3.5 |
| 2022-23 | 56 | 16 | 9 | 25 | 7.6 |
| 2021-22 | 63 | 9 | 11 | 20 | 4.9 |
| 2020-21 | 52 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 4.9 |
| 2019-20 | 71 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 3.3 |
| 2018-19 | 54 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 2.9 |
| 2017-18 | 37 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2.1 |
| 2016-17 | 41 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 2.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season William Carrier has been worth 1.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+2.2 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 11 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 7.6 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 William Carrier's GAR this season?
William Carrier has been worth 1.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is William Carrier's WAR this season?
William Carrier has been worth about 0.3 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 William Carrier have this season?
William Carrier has 0 goals and 8 assists for 8 points in 17 games this season.
Is William Carrier a good left wing?
William Carrier ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is William Carrier's career GAR?
Across 11 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, William Carrier has accumulated 39.7 career GAR and 144 points.
How tall is William Carrier, and how much does he weigh?
William Carrier is 6'2" tall and weighs 214 lb. Born December 20, 1994 (age 31) in LaSalle, Canada.
How does William Carrier score across situations in 2026-27?
William Carrier has 8 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is William Carrier's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
William Carrier has scored on 0.0% of 27 shots in 2026-27.