Niko Mikkola — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Niko Mikkola is an NHL defenseman for the Florida Panthers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Niko Mikkola has 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) in 15 games, a 22-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Florida Panthers in scoring. All 4 came at even strength. He is averaging 19:58 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A fifth-round pick, Niko Mikkola has developed into a defenseman who plays second-pair minutes in his prime. He is an effective penalty killer and plays a physical, hitting game, consistently suppressing chances at even strength.
His overall impact is modest, and he frequently takes penalties, which can disrupt his team's flow and put them shorthanded.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Florida Panthers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'6" |
| Weight | 204 lb |
| Born | April 27, 1996 (age 30) in Kiiminki, Finland |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 5, Pick 127 — STL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +4 | 16 | 22 | 9.1% | 19:58 | 50.9% | 1.6 | 0.3 | -0.5 | -0.09 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.5 | +0.2 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 46th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:58 | 22 | 9.1% | 1 | 1 | 0.27 | 1.6 | 0.09 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.5 |
| 2025-26 | 68 | 3 | 8 | 11 | -0.7 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 6 | 16 | 22 | 1.8 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 3 | 14 | 17 | -0.6 |
| 2022-23 | 81 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -5.6 |
| 2021-22 | 54 | 3 | 10 | 13 | -1.2 |
| 2020-21 | 30 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1.1 |
| 2019-20 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.6 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Niko Mikkola has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.5 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.8 in 2024-25.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niko Mikkola's GAR this season?
Niko Mikkola has been worth -0.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Niko Mikkola's WAR this season?
Niko Mikkola 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 Niko Mikkola have this season?
Niko Mikkola has 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points in 15 games this season.
Is Niko Mikkola a good defenseman?
Niko Mikkola ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.5) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Niko Mikkola's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Niko Mikkola has accumulated -7.3 career GAR and 77 points.
How tall is Niko Mikkola, and how much does he weigh?
Niko Mikkola is 6'6" tall and weighs 204 lb. Born April 27, 1996 (age 30) in Kiiminki, Finland.
How does Niko Mikkola score across situations in 2026-27?
Niko Mikkola has 4 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Niko Mikkola's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Niko Mikkola has scored on 9.1% of 22 shots in 2026-27.