Stecher quickly established himself as a reliable blueliner with Vancouver, playing four seasons from 2016-2020. He was known for his ability to log significant minutes, somewhat contribute offensively, and bring energy to the back end. The smaller defenseman was a fan favourite in VancouverOver those years, he recorded consistent production, including a career-high five goals in the 2019-20 season. After leaving Vancouver, Stecher joined the Detroit Red Wings, where he continued to provide depth and veteran leadership.