Michael Bunting — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Michael Bunting is an NHL left wing for the Dallas Stars. In the 2025-26 season Michael Bunting has 14 goals, 19 assists and 33 points in 74 games, worth 5.6 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Michael Bunting, a 2014 fourth-round pick, has established himself as a productive left winger over seven NHL seasons, currently playing for the Dallas Stars. With 252 points in 418 career games, he has consistently contributed offense, highlighted by a remarkable peak GAR of 18.7 in the 2021-22 season.
Now 30, Bunting continues to be a middle-six offensive presence, recording 33 points in 74 games this season for a 2.9 GAR. His primary strength remains his even-strength offense, where he provides a significant +2.9 GAR, driving play and generating scoring opportunities.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Dallas Stars |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 186 lb |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 4, Pick 117 — ARI |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 14 | 19 | 33 | -24 | 20 | 126 | 12.0% | 14:48 | 54.4% | 15.8 | 0.4 | 5.6 | 1.01 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +4.5 | -0.6 | +0.8 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 61th, GAR 68th, WAR 68th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 74 | 14 | 19 | 33 | 5.6 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 19 | 19 | 38 | 5.8 |
| 2023-24 | 81 | 19 | 36 | 55 | 11.3 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 23 | 26 | 49 | 13.3 |
| 2021-22 | 79 | 23 | 40 | 63 | 18.2 |
| 2020-21 | 21 | 10 | 3 | 13 | 2.8 |
| 2018-19 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Michael Bunting has been worth 5.6 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 68th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+4.5 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.6).
Across 7 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 18.2 in 2021-22.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Bunting's GAR this season?
Michael Bunting has been worth 5.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 68th percentile of NHL players.
What is Michael Bunting's WAR this season?
Michael Bunting has been worth about 1.0 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 68th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Michael Bunting have this season?
Michael Bunting has 14 goals and 19 assists for 33 points in 74 games this season.
Is Michael Bunting a good left wing?
Michael Bunting ranks in the 68th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (5.6) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Michael Bunting's career GAR?
Across 7 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Michael Bunting has accumulated 57.3 career GAR and 252 points.
When was Michael Bunting drafted?
Michael Bunting was drafted in 2014 — Round 4, Pick 117 — ARI.