Steven Santini — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Steven Santini is an NHL defenseman for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Scouting Report
Steven Santini has spent nine seasons in the NHL, primarily as a depth defenseman, though his career has seen limited action with only 136 games played. Over that span, the 6'3" blueliner has tallied 5 goals and 19 assists for 24 points. His most effective season was in 2022-23, where he recorded a modest peak GAR of 0.7.
In 2025-26, Santini appeared in 12 games for the Tampa Bay Lightning, contributing a single assist. His overall GAR for the season was 0.2, with his even-strength defensive play being his sole positive value driver at +0.5 GAR. This indicates his continued role as a defensively focused, call-up option.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Shoots / Catches | R |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 217 lb |
| Born | March 7, 1995 (age 31) in Bronxville, United States |
| Draft | 2013 — Round 2, Pick 42 — NJD |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0 |
| 2024-25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 2022-23 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 2020-21 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.3 |
| 2019-20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
| 2018-19 | 39 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1.2 |
| 2017-18 | 36 | 2 | 8 | 10 | -2.1 |
| 2016-17 | 38 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 0.1 |
| 2015-16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
Analysis
Across 9 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.5 in 2022-23.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steven Santini's career GAR?
Across 9 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Steven Santini has accumulated -1.8 career GAR and 24 points.
When was Steven Santini drafted?
Steven Santini was drafted in 2013 — Round 2, Pick 42 — NJD.
How tall is Steven Santini, and how much does he weigh?
Steven Santini is 6'3" tall and weighs 217 lb. Born March 7, 1995 (age 31) in Bronxville, United States.