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Marek

Vanacker

L · CHI

2026-27

Marek Vanacker (Chicago Blackhawks) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.

Marek Vanacker

#83LChicago Blackhawks logoChicago Blackhawks

HEIGHT : 185 cm · WEIGHT : 79 kg · SHOOTS : L

Born : April 11, 2006 · London, Canada

Drafted : 2024 · CHI · round 1, pick #27

Contract : $975,000 · 2024-25 → 2028-29 · Entry-Level Contract · RFA · Signing bonus $97,500

Advanced stats

No stats for this season.

Stats and photos: NHL (NHL.com)

Rank

200

among all 32 teams' prospects

Rating

87/ 100

percentile among prospects at his position

Potential

50/ 80

NHL regular

Ceiling: 3.7 WAR from age 21 to 26

NHL probability

47 %

of playing 200 NHL games from age 21 to 26

Expected WAR, age 21-26

2.4

the most likely outcome

NHLe

32

NHL points over 82 games, from 2025-26 (OHL, 60 games)

Marek Vanacker: frequently asked questions

How old is Marek Vanacker?

Marek Vanacker is 20 years old: he was born on April 12, 2006.

How tall is Marek Vanacker, and how much does he weigh?

Marek Vanacker is 6'1" (185 cm) and weighs 174 lb (79 kg).

Where is Marek Vanacker from?

Canada: Marek Vanacker was born in London, Ontario, Canada.

What team does Marek Vanacker play for?

Marek Vanacker plays for the Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL, at L, wearing number 83.

Is Marek Vanacker injured?

No: Marek Vanacker is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.

How much does Marek Vanacker make?

Marek Vanacker carries a cap hit of $975K per season, on a contract worth $2.9M in total over 3 years.

When does Marek Vanacker's contract end?

Marek Vanacker's contract runs through the 2028-29 season; he will then be a restricted free agent.

Where was Marek Vanacker drafted?

Marek Vanacker was drafted 27th overall (round 1) by Chicago Blackhawks in 2024.

See also: his Chicago Blackhawks teammates

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