Columbus Blue Jackets Skater
79
Games Played
6
Goals
11
Assists
17
Points
-15
Plus/Minus
13:26
Avg TOI
73.1
Total Impact
4.13
Impact/60
Team | Games | Total Impact | Avg/Game |
---|---|---|---|
BUF | 3 | 6.1 | 2.033 |
WSH | 4 | 5.68 | 1.42 |
PIT | 3 | 4.76 | 1.587 |
NJD | 3 | 4.0 | 1.333 |
TBL | 3 | 3.96 | 1.32 |
NYR | 4 | 3.88 | 0.97 |
SEA | 2 | 3.74 | 1.87 |
MTL | 3 | 3.72 | 1.24 |
DET | 3 | 3.42 | 1.14 |
NSH | 2 | 3.04 | 1.52 |
TOR | 3 | 2.92 | 0.973 |
FLA | 3 | 2.82 | 0.94 |
LAK | 2 | 2.56 | 1.28 |
WPG | 2 | 2.48 | 1.24 |
BOS | 3 | 2.38 | 0.793 |
CGY | 2 | 2.18 | 1.09 |
VGK | 2 | 2.06 | 1.03 |
ANA | 2 | 1.74 | 0.87 |
DAL | 2 | 1.4 | 0.7 |
STL | 2 | 1.36 | 0.68 |
NYI | 3 | 1.28 | 0.427 |
PHI | 4 | 1.28 | 0.32 |
COL | 2 | 1.26 | 0.63 |
UTA | 2 | 1.26 | 0.63 |
CHI | 2 | 0.92 | 0.46 |
MIN | 2 | 0.84 | 0.42 |
OTT | 2 | 0.56 | 0.28 |
VAN | 2 | 0.54 | 0.27 |
CAR | 4 | 0.38 | 0.095 |
SJS | 1 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
EDM | 2 | 0.26 | 0.13 |
Zachary Aston-Reese delivered a steady bottom-six performance for the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2024-25, appearing in 79 games while contributing 6 goals and 11 assists for 17 points. The versatile forward maintained his reputation as a reliable defensive presence while adapting to head coach Dean Evason's system. The advanced metrics paint a picture of a player who makes contributions beyond the traditional stat sheet. Aston-Reese posted an Impact Per 60 of 4.13, with a notably balanced split between offensive (2.23) and defensive (2.39) impacts. This equilibrium aligns with his role as a responsible two-way forward, particularly effective in defensive situations as evidenced by his higher defensive impact rating. His opponent impact metrics reveal particularly strong performances against Eastern Conference rivals, with his highest total impact coming against Buffalo (6.1) and Washington (5.68).
While his shooting percentage of 5.94% on 101 shots indicates room for offensive improvement, Aston-Reese's average ice time of 13:44 per game reflects his consistent role in the Blue Jackets' forward rotation. His defensive reliability is particularly noteworthy given the team's overall defensive structure under Evason's system. The advanced metrics highlight Aston-Reese's effectiveness in specific game situations. His total impact of 73.08 across all situations demonstrates his ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game, even when not showing up on the scoresheet. His defensive impact per 60 minutes (2.39) particularly stands out, suggesting strong positioning and awareness in his own zone. One area for potential improvement is his faceoff performance, with a 22.22% success rate indicating limited effectiveness in the circle. However, this is mitigated by his primary deployment as a wing despite being listed at center.