Lian Bichsel — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Lian Bichsel is an NHL defenseman for the Dallas Stars.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Lian Bichsel has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 15 games, a 6-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Dallas Stars in scoring. It came at even strength. He is averaging 16:04 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Lian Bichsel, a defenseman early in his NHL career, is deployed in third-pair or depth minutes, where he provides a modest impact. He is known for playing a physical, hitting game.
However, Bichsel rarely blocks shots and often takes penalties. He also seldom shoots the puck, which limits his offensive contributions from the blueline.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Dallas Stars |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'7" |
| Weight | 237 lb |
| Born | May 18, 2004 (age 22) in Olten, Switzerland |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 1, Pick 18 — DAL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 12 | 7 | 0.0% | 16:04 | 40.6% | 0.3 | -0.1 | -1.3 | -0.23 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.3 | +0.0 | -0.0 | -0.1 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:04 | 7 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.07 | 0.3 | -0.34 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1.3 |
| 2025-26 | 50 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 0.6 |
| 2024-25 | 38 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Lian Bichsel has been worth -1.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 3 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.6 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lian Bichsel's GAR this season?
Lian Bichsel has been worth -1.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Lian Bichsel's WAR this season?
Lian Bichsel has been worth about -0.2 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 Lian Bichsel have this season?
Lian Bichsel has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 15 games this season.
Is Lian Bichsel a good defenseman?
Lian Bichsel ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-1.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Lian Bichsel's career GAR?
Across 3 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Lian Bichsel has accumulated -0.6 career GAR and 18 points.
How tall is Lian Bichsel, and how much does he weigh?
Lian Bichsel is 6'7" tall and weighs 237 lb. Born May 18, 2004 (age 22) in Olten, Switzerland.
How does Lian Bichsel score across situations in 2026-27?
Lian Bichsel has 1 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Lian Bichsel's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Lian Bichsel has scored on 0.0% of 7 shots in 2026-27.