Dominic James — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Dominic James is an NHL center for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Dominic James has 2 points (0 goals, 2 assists) in 6 games, a 28-point pace over 84 games. He is 16th on the Tampa Bay Lightning in scoring. Both came at even strength. He is averaging 12:04 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Early in his NHL career, Dominic James is a center who provides a modest impact, typically deployed in fourth-line or depth minutes. He is notable for staying out of the penalty box, maintaining discipline in his game.
However, James gives up chances at even strength, which can be a defensive liability. He also rarely blocks shots, further limiting his contributions in his own zone.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 190 lb |
| Born | July 3, 2002 (age 24) in Plymouth, United States |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 6, Pick 173 — CHI |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 0 | 2 | 2 | +1 | 4 | 6 | 0.0% | 12:04 | 53.0% | 0.7 | 0.1 | -0.2 | -0.04 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | -0.1 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 29th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 2 | 2 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:04 | 6 | 0.0% | 1 | 1 | 0.33 | 0.7 | -0.37 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -0.2 |
| 2025-26 | 43 | 7 | 8 | 15 | 2.4 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Dominic James has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+0.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dominic James's GAR this season?
Dominic James has been worth -0.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dominic James's WAR this season?
Dominic James has been worth about -0.0 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 Dominic James have this season?
Dominic James has 0 goals and 2 assists for 2 points in 6 games this season.
Is Dominic James a good center?
Dominic James ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.2) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dominic James's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Dominic James has accumulated 2.2 career GAR and 17 points.
How tall is Dominic James, and how much does he weigh?
Dominic James is 6'0" tall and weighs 190 lb. Born July 3, 2002 (age 24) in Plymouth, United States.
How does Dominic James score across situations in 2026-27?
Dominic James has 2 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Dominic James's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Dominic James has scored on 0.0% of 6 shots in 2026-27.