Esa Lindell — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Esa Lindell is an NHL defenseman for the Dallas Stars.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Esa Lindell has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 10 games, a 8-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Dallas Stars in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 21:39 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Esa Lindell is a veteran defenseman who handles top-pair minutes, providing modest contributions with his reliable defensive play. He excels at getting in front of shots and suppressing chances at even strength.
Lindell also maintains strong discipline, consistently staying out of the penalty box. His game is defined by these defensive strengths and his ability to play a steady role without taking unnecessary penalties.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Dallas Stars |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 217 lb |
| Born | May 23, 1994 (age 32) in Vantaa, Finland |
| Draft | 2012 — Round 3, Pick 74 — DAL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | +5 | 2 | 6 | 0.0% | 21:39 | 42.2% | 0.2 | 0.3 | -0.7 | -0.13 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.3 | +0.2 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:39 | 6 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.10 | 0.2 | 0.09 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.7 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 6 | 26 | 32 | -1.5 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 5 | 21 | 26 | -1.2 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 5 | 21 | 26 | -0.1 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 8 | 16 | 24 | -1.2 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 4 | 21 | 25 | 1.5 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 5 | 11 | 16 | -0.6 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 3 | 20 | 23 | 0.2 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 11 | 21 | 32 | -2.1 |
| 2017-18 | 80 | 7 | 20 | 27 | 3.2 |
| 2016-17 | 73 | 6 | 12 | 18 | -0.2 |
| 2015-16 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Esa Lindell has been worth -0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 12 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.2 in 2017-18.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esa Lindell's GAR this season?
Esa Lindell has been worth -0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Esa Lindell's WAR this season?
Esa Lindell 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 Esa Lindell have this season?
Esa Lindell has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 10 games this season.
Is Esa Lindell a good defenseman?
Esa Lindell ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Esa Lindell's career GAR?
Across 12 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Esa Lindell has accumulated -2.5 career GAR and 250 points.
How tall is Esa Lindell, and how much does he weigh?
Esa Lindell is 6'3" tall and weighs 217 lb. Born May 23, 1994 (age 32) in Vantaa, Finland.
How does Esa Lindell score across situations in 2026-27?
Esa Lindell has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Esa Lindell's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Esa Lindell has scored on 0.0% of 6 shots in 2026-27.