Zack Ostapchuk — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Zack Ostapchuk is an NHL center for the San Jose Sharks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Zack Ostapchuk has 1 points (1 goals, 0 assists) in 15 games, a 6-point pace over 84 games. He is 18th on the San Jose Sharks in scoring. 0 of the 1 came at even strength. He is averaging 10:41 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Zack Ostapchuk, a center early in his NHL career, plays a physical, hitting game while also being an effective penalty killer. He is used in fourth-line or depth minutes, where his overall impact is limited.
Ostapchuk contributes little offence, seldom generates quality chances, and rarely shoots the puck. These factors constrain his offensive contributions despite his defensive strengths.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | San Jose Sharks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'4" |
| Weight | 212 lb |
| Born | May 29, 2003 (age 23) in St. Albert, Canada |
| Draft | 2021 — Round 2, Pick 39 — OTT |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 16 | 13 | 7.7% | 10:41 | 32.7% | 1.6 | 0.3 | -1.4 | -0.25 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.9 | +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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:41 | 13 | 7.7% | 0 | 0 | 0.07 | 1.6 | -0.49 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1.4 |
| 2025-26 | 59 | 4 | 3 | 7 | -1.3 |
| 2024-25 | 56 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -3.7 |
| 2023-24 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Zack Ostapchuk has been worth -1.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.9).
Across 4 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at -0.4 in 2023-24.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zack Ostapchuk's GAR this season?
Zack Ostapchuk has been worth -1.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Zack Ostapchuk's WAR this season?
Zack Ostapchuk 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 Zack Ostapchuk have this season?
Zack Ostapchuk has 1 goals and 0 assists for 1 points in 15 games this season.
Is Zack Ostapchuk a good center?
Zack Ostapchuk ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Zack Ostapchuk's career GAR?
Across 4 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Zack Ostapchuk has accumulated -6.8 career GAR and 12 points.
How tall is Zack Ostapchuk, and how much does he weigh?
Zack Ostapchuk is 6'4" tall and weighs 212 lb. Born May 29, 2003 (age 23) in St. Albert, Canada.
How does Zack Ostapchuk score across situations in 2026-27?
Zack Ostapchuk has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Zack Ostapchuk's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Zack Ostapchuk has scored on 7.7% of 13 shots in 2026-27.