Zach Metsa — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Zach Metsa is an NHL defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres. In the 2025-26 season Zach Metsa has 2 goals, 4 assists and 6 points in 43 games, worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Zach Metsa is a defenseman who made his NHL debut this season, playing 43 games for the Buffalo Sabres. The 27-year-old undrafted blueliner recorded 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points, finishing his first professional campaign with a -0.3 GAR.
His single season of play saw him contribute minimally to the team's overall performance. With a peak GAR of -0.3, his initial impact in the league has been limited.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Weight | 198 lb |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 2 | 4 | 6 | +16 | 8 | 24 | 8.3% | 10:58 | 46.4% | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.06 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.4 | -0.2 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 8th, GAR 48th, WAR 48th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 43 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Zach Metsa has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 48th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.4 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zach Metsa's GAR this season?
Zach Metsa has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 48th percentile of NHL players.
What is Zach Metsa's WAR this season?
Zach Metsa has been worth about 0.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 48th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Zach Metsa have this season?
Zach Metsa has 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points in 43 games this season.
Is Zach Metsa a good defenseman?
Zach Metsa ranks in the 48th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (0.3) in the 2025-26 season.