Anthony Cirelli — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Anthony Cirelli is an NHL center for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Anthony Cirelli has 9 points (5 goals, 4 assists) in 14 games, a 54-point pace over 84 games. He is 6th on the Tampa Bay Lightning in scoring. 8 of the 9 came at even strength and 1 on the power play. He is averaging 17:36 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Anthony Cirelli is a center known for his strong defensive contributions, effectively suppressing opponent chances at even strength. He also consistently commits to defense by getting in front of shots.
A third-round pick, Cirelli plays solid second-line minutes in his prime, providing a dependable presence. His reliable two-way play makes him a significant contributor in his role.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 193 lb |
| Born | July 15, 1997 (age 29) in Etobicoke, Canada |
| Draft | 2015 — Round 3, Pick 72 — TBL |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 5 | 4 | 9 | +0 | 4 | 22 | 22.7% | 17:36 | 53.5% | 3.9 | 0.6 | 2.0 | 0.36 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.6 | +0.3 | +0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 78th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Power Play | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 5 | 4 | 9 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:36 | 22 | 22.7% | 4 | 0 | 0.64 | 3.9 | 0.38 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 2.0 |
| 2025-26 | 71 | 23 | 29 | 52 | 7.5 |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 27 | 32 | 59 | 11.3 |
| 2023-24 | 79 | 20 | 25 | 45 | 5.7 |
| 2022-23 | 58 | 11 | 18 | 29 | 4.7 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 17 | 26 | 43 | 5.4 |
| 2020-21 | 50 | 9 | 13 | 22 | 1.4 |
| 2019-20 | 68 | 16 | 28 | 44 | 7.1 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 19 | 20 | 39 | 5.1 |
| 2017-18 | 18 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 2.5 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Anthony Cirelli has been worth 2.0 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.6 GAR), with power-play offense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 11.3 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 Anthony Cirelli's GAR this season?
Anthony Cirelli has been worth 2.0 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Anthony Cirelli's WAR this season?
Anthony Cirelli has been worth about 0.4 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 Anthony Cirelli have this season?
Anthony Cirelli has 5 goals and 4 assists for 9 points in 14 games this season.
Is Anthony Cirelli a good center?
Anthony Cirelli ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (2.0) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Anthony Cirelli's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Anthony Cirelli has accumulated 52.7 career GAR and 353 points.
How tall is Anthony Cirelli, and how much does he weigh?
Anthony Cirelli is 6'1" tall and weighs 193 lb. Born July 15, 1997 (age 29) in Etobicoke, Canada.
How does Anthony Cirelli score across situations in 2026-27?
Anthony Cirelli has 8 even-strength points, 1 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Anthony Cirelli's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Anthony Cirelli has scored on 22.7% of 22 shots in 2026-27.