Zach Whitecloud — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Zach Whitecloud is an NHL defenseman for the Calgary Flames.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Zach Whitecloud has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 15 games, a 6-point pace over 84 games. He is 17th on the Calgary Flames in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 20:24 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Zach Whitecloud, an undrafted defenseman, plays a physical, hitting game that defines his modest impact from the second pair. He excels at suppressing scoring chances when playing at even strength, making him a reliable presence in his role.
Whitecloud is also an effective penalty killer, consistently bringing a dependable defensive presence. He does not have any noted limitations in his game.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Calgary Flames |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 210 lb |
| Born | November 28, 1996 (age 29) in Brandon, Canada |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -6 | 0 | 15 | 0.0% | 20:24 | 43.0% | 0.4 | -0.0 | -0.8 | -0.15 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.4 | +0.2 | +0.0 | -0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:24 | 15 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.07 | 0.4 | -0.18 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.8 |
| 2025-26 | 78 | 2 | 15 | 17 | -1.8 |
| 2024-25 | 74 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 3.7 |
| 2023-24 | 61 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 0.8 |
| 2022-23 | 59 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 0.1 |
| 2021-22 | 59 | 8 | 11 | 19 | 3.0 |
| 2020-21 | 51 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 0.0 |
| 2019-20 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0 |
| 2017-18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Zach Whitecloud has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.4).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.7 in 2024-25.
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 Whitecloud's GAR this season?
Zach Whitecloud has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Zach Whitecloud's WAR this season?
Zach Whitecloud 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 Zach Whitecloud have this season?
Zach Whitecloud has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 15 games this season.
Is Zach Whitecloud a good defenseman?
Zach Whitecloud ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.8) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Zach Whitecloud's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Zach Whitecloud has accumulated 5.4 career GAR and 89 points.
How tall is Zach Whitecloud, and how much does he weigh?
Zach Whitecloud is 6'2" tall and weighs 210 lb. Born November 28, 1996 (age 29) in Brandon, Canada.
How does Zach Whitecloud score across situations in 2026-27?
Zach Whitecloud has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Zach Whitecloud's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Zach Whitecloud has scored on 0.0% of 15 shots in 2026-27.