Brady Skjei or Barclay Goodrow? The NHL Stat Breakdown
The career statistics tell a clear story in this D comparison. Brady Skjei holds the advantage in 5 of 6 key categories, with Plus/Minus representing the most decisive gap — a 290% difference that separates these two NHL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.
Brady Skjei's Plus/Minus of -10 compared to Barclay Goodrow's -39 represents a 290% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Brady Skjei's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Games Played, where Brady Skjei posts 774 against Barclay Goodrow's 732 — a gap of just 5.7%. Barclay Goodrow 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 Barclay Goodrow 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.
Brady Skjei wins this head to head comparison decisively — 5 categories to 1. The 290% gap in Plus/Minus alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Brady Skjei's statistical superiority in this NHL career comparison.
Who is better, Brady Skjei or Barclay Goodrow?
Brady Skjei holds the statistical edge, winning 5 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Brady Skjei's Plus/Minus of -10 versus Barclay Goodrow's -39 is the most decisive factor — a 290% difference.
How do Brady Skjei and Barclay Goodrow compare in Plus/Minus?
Brady Skjei career Plus/Minus: -10. Barclay Goodrow career Plus/Minus: -39. Brady Skjei leads by 290% — dramatically ahead in this key D metric.
Who had the better overall career, Brady Skjei or Barclay Goodrow?
Based on career statistics, Brady Skjei edges Barclay Goodrow 5-1 across key categories. Brady Skjei's Plus/Minus of -10 leads Barclay Goodrow's -39 by 290%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
