Matt Benning — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Matt Benning is an NHL defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Scouting Report
Matt Benning is a veteran defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs, having played 10 seasons and 465 career games. A sixth-round pick in 2012, his career offensive output has been limited to 102 points, with his most impactful season coming in 2016-17 when he recorded a peak GAR of 3.5.
In 2025-26, Benning saw extremely limited action, appearing in just one game where he registered no points and a GAR of -0.1. This indicates a player on the fringes of the lineup, with minimal impact in the season.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Toronto Maple Leafs |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 220 lb |
| Born | May 25, 1994 (age 32) in Edmonton, Canada |
| Draft | 2012 — Round 6, Pick 175 — BOS |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.1 |
| 2024-25 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 2023-24 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -1.7 |
| 2022-23 | 77 | 1 | 23 | 24 | -1.5 |
| 2021-22 | 65 | 0 | 11 | 11 | -2.8 |
| 2020-21 | 53 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -3.0 |
| 2019-20 | 43 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 0.6 |
| 2018-19 | 70 | 5 | 12 | 17 | 1.2 |
| 2017-18 | 73 | 6 | 15 | 21 | 3.9 |
| 2016-17 | 62 | 3 | 12 | 15 | 3.1 |
Analysis
Across 10 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 3.9 in 2017-18.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matt Benning's career GAR?
Across 10 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Matt Benning has accumulated -0.4 career GAR and 102 points.
When was Matt Benning drafted?
Matt Benning was drafted in 2012 — Round 6, Pick 175 — BOS.
How tall is Matt Benning, and how much does he weigh?
Matt Benning is 6'1" tall and weighs 220 lb. Born May 25, 1994 (age 32) in Edmonton, Canada.