Bowen Byram — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Bowen Byram is an NHL defenseman for the Chicago Blackhawks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Bowen Byram has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 6 games, a 14-point pace over 84 games. He is 18th on the Chicago Blackhawks in scoring. 0 of the 1 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 24:42 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A defenseman in his prime, Bowen Byram was selected as a first-round pick, fourth overall, and plays top-pair minutes. He makes a solid overall impact, driven by his ability to produce points at a high rate and frequently get to dangerous scoring areas.
Byram's offensive contributions are a key part of his game, as he consistently finds ways to generate scoring opportunities. He is a reliable presence on the top defensive pair.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 205 lb |
| Born | June 13, 2001 (age 25) in Cranbrook, Canada |
| Draft | 2019 — Round 1, Pick 4 — COL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -7 | 4 | 5 | 0.0% | 24:42 | 46.0% | 0.4 | -0.5 | -0.3 | -0.05 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.0 | +0.1 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24:42 | 5 | 0.0% | 0 | 1 | 0.17 | 0.4 | -0.40 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.3 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 11 | 31 | 42 | 4.1 |
| 2024-25 | 82 | 7 | 31 | 38 | 0.7 |
| 2023-24 | 73 | 11 | 18 | 29 | 2.8 |
| 2022-23 | 42 | 10 | 14 | 24 | 4.2 |
| 2021-22 | 30 | 5 | 12 | 17 | 2.8 |
| 2020-21 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Bowen Byram has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 4.2 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowen Byram's GAR this season?
Bowen Byram has been worth -0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Bowen Byram's WAR this season?
Bowen Byram has been worth about -0.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Bowen Byram have this season?
Bowen Byram has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 6 games this season.
Is Bowen Byram a good defenseman?
Bowen Byram ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Bowen Byram's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Bowen Byram has accumulated 14.2 career GAR and 153 points.
How tall is Bowen Byram, and how much does he weigh?
Bowen Byram is 6'1" tall and weighs 205 lb. Born June 13, 2001 (age 25) in Cranbrook, Canada.
How does Bowen Byram score across situations in 2026-27?
Bowen Byram has 0 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Bowen Byram's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Bowen Byram has scored on 0.0% of 5 shots in 2026-27.