Liam O'Brien — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Liam O'Brien is an NHL center for the Utah Mammoth.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Liam O'Brien has 0 points (0 goals, 0 assists) in 3 games. He is 20th on the Utah Mammoth in scoring. He is averaging 8:11 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Liam O'Brien is a veteran center whose game centers on physical play and hitting. He is typically deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes, a role where his overall impact is limited.
Despite his physical presence, O'Brien frequently takes penalties. He also contributes very little offensively and often struggles to convert his scoring chances, finishing below what his opportunities suggest.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Utah Mammoth |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 215 lb |
| Born | July 29, 1994 (age 32) in Halifax, Canada |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +0 | 7 | 2 | 0.0% | 8:11 | 46.9% | 0.2 | 0.3 | -0.1 | -0.03 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.0 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:11 | 2 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.2 | -0.06 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.1 |
| 2025-26 | 38 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -0.3 |
| 2024-25 | 28 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -0.8 |
| 2023-24 | 75 | 5 | 9 | 14 | -1.0 |
| 2022-23 | 56 | 3 | 8 | 11 | -4.4 |
| 2021-22 | 39 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -2.8 |
| 2020-21 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.5 |
| 2017-18 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.3 |
| 2016-17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 2014-15 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Liam O'Brien has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.5 in 2020-21.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liam O'Brien's GAR this season?
Liam O'Brien has been worth -0.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Liam O'Brien's WAR this season?
Liam O'Brien has been worth about -0.0 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 Liam O'Brien have this season?
Liam O'Brien has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 3 games this season.
Is Liam O'Brien a good center?
Liam O'Brien ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.1) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Liam O'Brien's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Liam O'Brien has accumulated -8.9 career GAR and 39 points.
How tall is Liam O'Brien, and how much does he weigh?
Liam O'Brien is 6'1" tall and weighs 215 lb. Born July 29, 1994 (age 32) in Halifax, Canada.
How does Liam O'Brien score across situations in 2026-27?
Liam O'Brien has 0 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Liam O'Brien's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Liam O'Brien has scored on 0.0% of 2 shots in 2026-27.