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He captained his former team to back-to-back Stanley Cup championships.
15 Interesting Facts About Steven Stamkos
A two-time Stanley Cup champion and multiple Rocket Richard Trophy winner, he is a prolific goal-scorer who holds numerous franchise records and continues to be an elite player in the NHL.
Position
Forward, Center
Jersey
#91
Status
Active
Teams
4
Facts
15
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He has won the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy twice as the NHL's leading goal-scorer.
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He was selected first overall in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.
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He holds his former team's franchise record for most career goals and points.
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He was named to seven NHL All-Star Games during his career.
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He became the first player in his former team's history to record 1,000 NHL points.
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His number 91 was retired by the Sarnia Sting, making him the first player in their history to receive this honor.
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He scored his first NHL hat-trick against the Chicago Blackhawks in his rookie season.
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During the 2012 NHL lockout, he played in his father's pick-up hockey league.
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He is the only player to have scored 60 or more goals in an NHL season during the 2010s decade.
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He scored his 500th career goal, becoming the 47th player ever to achieve the feat.
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He became the second-youngest player in NHL history to record a natural hat-trick.
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He once played through a broken nose and a nagging shoulder injury during a playoff run.
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He became only the fourth primary center in NHL history to record 150+ career power-play goals before the age of 30.
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His goal in Game 3 of the 2020 Stanley Cup Finals was his only shot of the game and came in his only playoff appearance that year, logging just 2:47 of ice time.
About Steven Stamkos
A prolific goal-scorer, he was drafted first overall in 2008 and became a franchise player for the Tampa Bay Lightning, leading them to two Stanley Cup championships. He holds numerous team records and is known for his powerful shot and leadership on and off the ice. He currently plays for the Nashville Predators.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Stanley Cup Champion
2020
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Stanley Cup Champion
2021
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Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy
2010
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Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy
2012
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Mark Messier Leadership Award
2023
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about Steven Stamkos.
Player Info
Country: Canada
Position: Forward, Center
Jersey #: 91
Status: Active
Age: 36 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 6' 1" (185 cm)
Weight: 193 lbs (88 kg)
Born: Markham, Ontario
Career Stats
Seasons: 17
Goals: 582
Assists: 608
Points: 1190
Teams: 4
Drafted: 2008
Round: 1st
Teams & Career
Markham Waxers AAA Sarnia Sting Tampa Bay Lightning Nashville Predators
Steven Stamkos plays for 4 different teams during his 17 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2008.