Sam Steel — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Sam Steel is an NHL center for the Dallas Stars.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Sam Steel has 3 points (1 goals, 2 assists) in 13 games, a 19-point pace over 84 games. He is 10th on the Dallas Stars in scoring. All 3 came at even strength. He is averaging 16:12 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Sam Steel, a center in his prime, is growing into a bigger role and taking on second-line minutes. His career is heading upward as he becomes a more significant contributor, earning increased responsibilities for his team.
While his overall impact on the game remains modest, his expanding deployment suggests he is earning greater trust from the coaching staff. He continues to develop as a reliable presence in the lineup.
Player Profile
| Position | Center |
|---|---|
| Team | Dallas Stars |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Born | February 3, 1998 (age 28) in Ardrossan, Canada |
| Draft | 2016 — Round 1, Pick 30 — ANA |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -2 | 6 | 13 | 7.7% | 16:12 | 45.3% | 1.8 | 0.1 | -0.7 | -0.13 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.1 | +0.0 | -0.0 | -0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 37th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Power Play | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:12 | 13 | 7.7% | 2 | 0 | 0.23 | 1.8 | -0.11 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -0.7 |
| 2025-26 | 73 | 12 | 21 | 33 | 1.7 |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 6 | 19 | 25 | -0.7 |
| 2023-24 | 77 | 9 | 15 | 24 | -0.5 |
| 2022-23 | 65 | 10 | 18 | 28 | 1.4 |
| 2021-22 | 68 | 6 | 14 | 20 | 0.3 |
| 2020-21 | 42 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 0.2 |
| 2019-20 | 65 | 6 | 16 | 22 | 0.6 |
| 2018-19 | 22 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 0.1 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Sam Steel has been worth -0.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0 GAR), while his even-strength offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.7 in 2025-26.
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 Steel's GAR this season?
Sam Steel has been worth -0.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Steel's WAR this season?
Sam Steel has been worth about -0.1 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 Steel have this season?
Sam Steel has 1 goals and 2 assists for 3 points in 13 games this season.
Is Sam Steel a good center?
Sam Steel ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Sam Steel's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Sam Steel has accumulated 2.5 career GAR and 178 points.
How tall is Sam Steel, and how much does he weigh?
Sam Steel is 6'0" tall and weighs 185 lb. Born February 3, 1998 (age 28) in Ardrossan, Canada.
How does Sam Steel score across situations in 2026-27?
Sam Steel has 3 even-strength points, 0 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Sam Steel's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Sam Steel has scored on 7.7% of 13 shots in 2026-27.