Joel Kiviranta — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Joel Kiviranta is an NHL left wing for the Dallas Stars.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Joel Kiviranta has 3 points (2 goals, 1 assists) in 11 games, a 23-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Dallas Stars in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 11:54 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A left wing in his prime, Joel Kiviranta is deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes. Undrafted, he provides a modest impact, primarily through his ability to suppress chances at even strength and by staying out of the penalty box.
Kiviranta contributes little offence, rarely shoots, and seldom generates quality chances.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Dallas Stars |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Born | March 23, 1996 (age 30) in Vantaa, Finland |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 2 | 1 | 3 | +1 | 0 | 14 | 14.3% | 11:54 | 46.7% | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.07 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.2 | +0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:54 | 14 | 14.3% | 0 | 1 | 0.27 | 1.2 | 0.37 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.4 |
| 2025-26 | 51 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 0.7 |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 16 | 7 | 23 | 3.0 |
| 2023-24 | 56 | 3 | 6 | 9 | -1.5 |
| 2022-23 | 70 | 8 | 1 | 9 | -3.6 |
| 2021-22 | 56 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -0.4 |
| 2020-21 | 26 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 2.0 |
| 2019-20 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Joel Kiviranta has been worth 0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.2 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.0 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joel Kiviranta's GAR this season?
Joel Kiviranta has been worth 0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Joel Kiviranta's WAR this season?
Joel Kiviranta 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 Joel Kiviranta have this season?
Joel Kiviranta has 2 goals and 1 assists for 3 points in 11 games this season.
Is Joel Kiviranta a good left wing?
Joel Kiviranta ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.4) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Joel Kiviranta's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Joel Kiviranta has accumulated 0.6 career GAR and 72 points.
How tall is Joel Kiviranta, and how much does he weigh?
Joel Kiviranta is 5'11" tall and weighs 185 lb. Born March 23, 1996 (age 30) in Vantaa, Finland.
How does Joel Kiviranta score across situations in 2026-27?
Joel Kiviranta has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Joel Kiviranta's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Joel Kiviranta has scored on 14.3% of 14 shots in 2026-27.