Is Ben Hutton Better Than Zach Werenski? NHL Stats Decide
The career statistics tell a clear story in this D comparison. Zach Werenski holds the advantage in 5 of 6 key categories, with Goals representing the most decisive gap — a 341.9% difference that separates these two NHL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.
Zach Werenski's Goals of 137 compared to Ben Hutton's 31 represents a 341.9% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. Ben Hutton falls 74.2% below the career average of 120 in this category while Zach Werenski exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Zach Werenski's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Games Played, where Ben Hutton posts 577 against Zach Werenski's 658 — a gap of just 14%. Ben Hutton can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 5-1 tally suggests. In any debate, Games Played is the statistical ammunition for the Ben Hutton side.
Defensive play in the NHL is measured through a combination of offensive contribution and plus/minus rating. Elite defensemen contribute points while anchoring their team's defensive structure — a balance that defines the position's greatest players.
Zach Werenski wins this head to head comparison decisively — 5 categories to 1. The 341.9% gap in Goals alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Zach Werenski's statistical superiority in this NHL career comparison.
Who is better, Ben Hutton or Zach Werenski?
Zach Werenski holds the statistical edge, winning 5 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Zach Werenski's Goals of 137 versus Ben Hutton's 31 is the most decisive factor — a 341.9% difference.
How do Ben Hutton and Zach Werenski compare in Goals?
Ben Hutton career Goals: 31. Zach Werenski career Goals: 137. Zach Werenski leads by 341.9% — dramatically ahead in this key D metric.
Who had the better overall career, Ben Hutton or Zach Werenski?
Based on career statistics, Zach Werenski edges Ben Hutton 5-1 across key categories. Zach Werenski's Goals of 137 leads Ben Hutton's 31 by 341.9%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
