Sam Dickinson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Sam Dickinson is an NHL defenseman for the San Jose Sharks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Sam Dickinson has 3 points (1 goals, 2 assists) in 14 games, a 18-point pace over 84 games. He is 11th on the San Jose Sharks in scoring. 2 of the 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 18:26 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
A defenseman known for staying out of the penalty box, Sam Dickinson plays third-pair or depth minutes early in his NHL career. He makes a modest impact on the game, contributing with discipline.
Dickinson's game is still developing. He rarely blocks shots, which can limit his effectiveness in high-pressure defensive situations and indicates an area for growth.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | San Jose Sharks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 200 lb |
| Born | June 7, 2006 (age 20) in Toronto, Canada |
| Draft | 2024 — Round 1, Pick 11 — SJS |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -3 | 8 | 12 | 8.3% | 18:26 | 43.4% | 0.7 | 0.1 | -0.6 | -0.11 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.2 | -0.2 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:26 | 12 | 8.3% | 1 | 1 | 0.21 | 0.7 | -0.07 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -0.6 |
| 2025-26 | 72 | 1 | 13 | 14 | -0.8 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Sam Dickinson has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.2 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.2).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Dickinson's GAR this season?
Sam Dickinson has been worth -0.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Dickinson's WAR this season?
Sam Dickinson 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 Sam Dickinson have this season?
Sam Dickinson has 1 goals and 2 assists for 3 points in 14 games this season.
Is Sam Dickinson a good defenseman?
Sam Dickinson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Dickinson's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Sam Dickinson has accumulated -1.4 career GAR and 17 points.
How tall is Sam Dickinson, and how much does he weigh?
Sam Dickinson is 6'3" tall and weighs 200 lb. Born June 7, 2006 (age 20) in Toronto, Canada.
How does Sam Dickinson score across situations in 2026-27?
Sam Dickinson has 2 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 1 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Sam Dickinson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Sam Dickinson has scored on 8.3% of 12 shots in 2026-27.