Miro Heiskanen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Miro Heiskanen is an NHL defenseman for the Dallas Stars.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Miro Heiskanen has 11 points (3 goals, 8 assists) in 15 games, a 62-point pace over 84 games. He is 5th on the Dallas Stars in scoring. 8 of the 11 came at even strength and 3 on the power play. He is averaging 24:53 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A top-pair defenseman, Miro Heiskanen makes a significant impact, particularly through his ability to drive the power play. In his prime, he produces points at a high rate, consistently getting to dangerous scoring areas and shooting from everywhere on the ice.
Despite his substantial offensive contributions from the backend, Heiskanen's play is limited by his tendency to avoid physical engagement.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Dallas Stars |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 197 lb |
| Born | July 18, 1999 (age 27) in Espoo, Finland |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 1, Pick 3 — DAL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 3 | 8 | 11 | +2 | 10 | 26 | 11.5% | 24:53 | 55.5% | 1.4 | 0.7 | 1.3 | 0.23 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.3 | +0.6 | +0.5 | +0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 85th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| Power Play | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 8 | 11 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24:53 | 26 | 11.5% | 2 | 6 | 0.73 | 1.4 | 0.42 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 1.3 |
| 2025-26 | 77 | 9 | 54 | 63 | 7.6 |
| 2024-25 | 50 | 5 | 20 | 25 | 5.1 |
| 2023-24 | 71 | 9 | 45 | 54 | 13.5 |
| 2022-23 | 79 | 11 | 62 | 73 | 16.2 |
| 2021-22 | 70 | 5 | 31 | 36 | 5.8 |
| 2020-21 | 55 | 8 | 19 | 27 | 6.0 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 8 | 27 | 35 | 7.0 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 12 | 21 | 33 | 8.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Miro Heiskanen has been worth 1.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.3 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0.1).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 16.2 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miro Heiskanen's GAR this season?
Miro Heiskanen has been worth 1.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Miro Heiskanen's WAR this season?
Miro Heiskanen 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 Miro Heiskanen have this season?
Miro Heiskanen has 3 goals and 8 assists for 11 points in 15 games this season.
Is Miro Heiskanen a good defenseman?
Miro Heiskanen ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Miro Heiskanen's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Miro Heiskanen has accumulated 70.3 career GAR and 357 points.
How tall is Miro Heiskanen, and how much does he weigh?
Miro Heiskanen is 6'2" tall and weighs 197 lb. Born July 18, 1999 (age 27) in Espoo, Finland.
How does Miro Heiskanen score across situations in 2026-27?
Miro Heiskanen has 8 even-strength points, 3 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Miro Heiskanen's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Miro Heiskanen has scored on 11.5% of 26 shots in 2026-27.