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Defenseman•#73Zach Metsa is a 27-year-old defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres. Born in Delafield, USA.
On the blue line this season, Zach has recorded 3 goals and 4 assists for 7 points across 45 games. He averages 0.16 points per game on 10:49 of ice time.
3
Goals
4
Assists
7
Points
Full statistical breakdown for the 2025-26 regular season.
45
GP
3
G
4
A
7
P
+15
+/-
25
S
12.0%
S%
1
PPP
0.16
P/GP
0.6
S/GP
10:49
TOI/G
Performance in the last five games played.
| Date | Opp | G | A | P | +/- | S | TOI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 18 | vs MTL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3:25 |
| May 16 | @ MTL | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 1 | 12:19 |
| Apr 15 | vs DAL | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | 0 | 14:43 |
| Apr 9 | vs CBJ |
Skill profile, on-ice impact metrics, and season projections based on 2025-26 data.
Percentile Rankings vs. NHL Defensemen
39
Offense
73
Defense
56
Overall
Percentile ranks across 6 skill dimensions vs. all NHL defensemen. Larger shape = more complete player.
Scouting Take
Displays power play specialist. Areas for improvement: limited offensive impact.
On-ice impact mirrored side by side. Equal bars = balanced. Asymmetry = one-dimensional.
The Gap
34-pt spreadThe 34-point spread between offensive (39th) and defensive (73th) percentiles is significant for a defenseman. Defensive anchor but limited offensive upside.
Percentile ranks across 6 skill dimensions.
Scouting Take
Displays power play specialist. Areas for improvement: limited offensive impact.
On-ice impact mirrored side by side.
The Gap
34-pt spreadThe 34-point spread between offensive (39th) and defensive (73th) percentiles is significant for a defenseman. Defensive anchor but limited offensive upside.
Season-by-season NHL regular season statistics throughout Zach Metsa's career.
| Season | Team | GP | G | A | P | +/- | S | S% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25-262025-26 | BUF | 43 | 2 | 4 | 6 | +16 | 24 | 8.3% |
Top teammates by points on the Buffalo Sabres this season.
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| 19:26 |
| Apr 4 | @ WSH | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3 | 0 | 15:15 |
End of Season Statistical Forecast
0
games remaining
Goals
3
Current: 3
Assists
4
Current: 4
Points
7
Current: 7
Limited offensive production projected. Expected range of 7-8 points based on current usage patterns.
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Art Ross
Most Points
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Rocket
Most Goals
0.0%
Playmaker
Most Assists
Projections based on current pace extrapolated to 82 games with variance modeling.
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