Harrison Brunicke — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Harrison Brunicke is an NHL defenseman for the Pittsburgh Penguins. In the 2025-26 season Harrison Brunicke has 1 goals, 0 assists and 1 points in 9 games, worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Harrison Brunicke is a raw, young defenseman getting his first taste of NHL action with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The 20-year-old, a second-round pick from the 2024 draft, made his debut in the 2025-26 season, appearing in 9 games. During this limited stint, he recorded 1 goal for his first career point, contributing to a modest 0.1 GAR.
As a 6'3", 201-pound right-shot blueliner, Brunicke's initial impact has been minimal, with his even-strength offense noted as a value driver, though its contribution to his overall GAR is negligible. His brief appearances suggest he is a developing prospect being introduced to the professional level.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 201 lb |
| Draft | 2024 — Round 2, Pick 44 — PIT |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -4 | 6 | 8 | 12.5% | 15:43 | 50.2% | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.5 | -0.01 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | +0.6 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.5 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Harrison Brunicke has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.6 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (-0).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Brunicke's GAR this season?
Harrison Brunicke has been worth 0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season.
How many points does Harrison Brunicke have this season?
Harrison Brunicke has 1 goals and 0 assists for 1 points in 9 games this season.
Is Harrison Brunicke a good defenseman?
Harrison Brunicke ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.5) in the 2025-26 season.