Sam Bennett — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Sam Bennett is an NHL center for the Florida Panthers.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Sam Bennett has 7 points (4 goals, 3 assists) in 15 games, a 39-point pace over 84 games. He is 7th on the Florida Panthers in scoring. All 7 came at even strength. He is averaging 17:48 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Sam Bennett, a center in his prime, plays top-line minutes and provides a solid impact. He excels at getting to dangerous scoring areas, shoots from everywhere on the ice, and effectively drives the power play. He also plays a physical, hitting game that adds an edge.
However, Bennett often takes penalties and gives up chances at even strength, which can sometimes negate his offensive contributions.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Florida Panthers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Weight | 193 lb |
| Born | June 20, 1996 (age 30) in Holland Landing, Canada |
| Draft | 2014 — Round 1, Pick 4 — CGY |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 4 | 3 | 7 | +3 | 11 | 39 | 10.3% | 17:48 | 62.2% | 5.0 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 0.29 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.8 | -0.1 | -0.3 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 69th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 3 | 7 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:48 | 39 | 10.3% | 3 | 0 | 0.47 | 5.0 | 0.31 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 1.6 |
| 2025-26 | 76 | 26 | 32 | 58 | 9.0 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 25 | 26 | 51 | 8.5 |
| 2023-24 | 69 | 20 | 21 | 41 | 8.3 |
| 2022-23 | 63 | 16 | 24 | 40 | 7.0 |
| 2021-22 | 71 | 28 | 21 | 49 | 10.6 |
| 2020-21 | 48 | 10 | 17 | 27 | 4.0 |
| 2019-20 | 52 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 1.8 |
| 2018-19 | 71 | 13 | 14 | 27 | 4.4 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 11 | 15 | 26 | 3.9 |
| 2016-17 | 81 | 13 | 13 | 26 | 0.3 |
| 2015-16 | 77 | 18 | 18 | 36 | 9.4 |
| 2014-15 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.3 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Sam Bennett has been worth 1.6 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.8 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 13 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 10.6 in 2021-22.
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 Bennett's GAR this season?
Sam Bennett has been worth 1.6 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Bennett's WAR this season?
Sam Bennett has been worth about 0.3 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 Bennett have this season?
Sam Bennett has 4 goals and 3 assists for 7 points in 15 games this season.
Is Sam Bennett a good center?
Sam Bennett ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (1.6) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Bennett's career GAR?
Across 13 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Sam Bennett has accumulated 69.3 career GAR and 401 points.
How tall is Sam Bennett, and how much does he weigh?
Sam Bennett is 6'1" tall and weighs 193 lb. Born June 20, 1996 (age 30) in Holland Landing, Canada.
How does Sam Bennett score across situations in 2026-27?
Sam Bennett has 7 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Sam Bennett's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Sam Bennett has scored on 10.3% of 39 shots in 2026-27.