Michael Bunting — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Michael Bunting is an NHL left wing for the Philadelphia Flyers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Michael Bunting has 1 points (0 goals, 1 assists) in 8 games, a 10-point pace over 84 games. He is 17th on the Philadelphia Flyers in scoring. 0 of the 1 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 11:25 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Michael Bunting is a veteran left wing who provides a good impact while playing third-line minutes. He contributes solidly in his role, though his game comes with specific limitations.
Bunting rarely blocks shots, and he frequently gives up chances at even strength, which can affect his overall defensive presence on the ice.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Philadelphia Flyers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 186 lb |
| Born | September 17, 1995 (age 31) in Scarborough, Canada |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 4, Pick 117 — ARI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -5 | 4 | 10 | 0.0% | 11:25 | 47.8% | 0.9 | -0.1 | -0.8 | -0.14 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.5 | -0.2 | +0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 20th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Play | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:25 | 10 | 0.0% | 1 | 0 | 0.12 | 0.9 | -0.26 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.8 |
| 2025-26 | 74 | 14 | 19 | 33 | 4.5 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 19 | 19 | 38 | 4.4 |
| 2023-24 | 81 | 19 | 36 | 55 | 9.5 |
| 2022-23 | 82 | 23 | 26 | 49 | 11.2 |
| 2021-22 | 79 | 23 | 40 | 63 | 16.9 |
| 2020-21 | 21 | 10 | 3 | 13 | 2.3 |
| 2018-19 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Michael Bunting has been worth -0.8 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.5).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 16.9 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 -0.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Michael Bunting's WAR this season?
Michael Bunting 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 Michael Bunting have this season?
Michael Bunting has 0 goals and 1 assists for 1 points in 8 games this season.
Is Michael Bunting a good left wing?
Michael Bunting ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.8) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Michael Bunting's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Michael Bunting has accumulated 48.3 career GAR and 253 points.
How tall is Michael Bunting, and how much does he weigh?
Michael Bunting is 6'0" tall and weighs 186 lb. Born September 17, 1995 (age 31) in Scarborough, Canada.
How does Michael Bunting score across situations in 2026-27?
Michael Bunting has 0 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Michael Bunting's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Michael Bunting has scored on 0.0% of 10 shots in 2026-27.