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Samuel Girard Fantasy Stats

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Pittsburgh Penguins

Defenseman #49

Healthy
Height / Weight 5'10"  /  170 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) May 12, 1998 (27)

2025-26 Rankings

Final D133

Season Stats

SCORING
SEASON TEAM POS GP FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
2017-18COLD73126.51941923844.8100698-11
2018-19COLD82161.021423271163.4000906+8
2019-20COLD70456.64243034964.21009217+1
2020-21COLD48372.62852732796.30005216+15
2021-22COLD67402.01752328796.30009020-4
2022-23COLD76546.317631371195.010011616-10
2023-24COLD59347.7731518734.100099100
2024-25COLD73426.32632124953.200011114+7
2025-26PITD60251.4531619417.30005823+17
Career 608 3090.4 182 37 205 242 782 4.7 3 0 0 777 130 +23

Game Log

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TEAM OPP POS FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
Apr 18, 2026 PITPHID1.30000000010-2
Last 1 1.3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 -2

Samuel Girard News

Samuel Girard  • D  •  Penguins

Samuel Girard Evaluated for Lower-Body Injury

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) didn't practice on Friday. The team announced that Girard is being evaluated for a lower-body injury. Girard, who was acquired from the Colorado Avalanche at the start of the week, just made his Penguins debut. He logged 17:53 of ice time in Thursday's 4-1 win over the New Jersey Devils, finishing with one shot on goal and four blocks. The Penguins face the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, and Girard is traveling with the team. This suggests he might be available for the contest. If Girard can't play, the Penguins will use Ilya Solovyov or Ryan Graves as his replacement.
Feb 27   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Penguins

Penguins Acquire Samuel Girard From Avalanche

The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired defenseman Samuel Girard from the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday. The team also picked up a second-round draft pick in exchange for defenseman Brett Kulak, who was traded for the second time this season. Kulak began the campaign with the Edmonton Oilers before he landed in Pittsburgh as part of the deal that saw the Oilers acquire goaltender Tristan Jarry. Girard has slightly more fantasy upside as a former 30-point scorer. Kulak has never posted more than 25 points in a single campaign. Both blue-liners have managed nine points in 2025-26. Girard could become more productive on offense in Pittsburgh if he claims a spot on the second power-play unit.
Feb 24   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Available Thursday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (upper body) will return from a 15-game absence on Thursday night against the Buffalo Sabres. The 27-year-old suffered an upper-body injury right at the start of the season and has played in just two games in 2025-26. Last season, Girard did a little bit of everything for the Avalanche, finishing the campaign with 24 points (three goals, 21 assists), 95 shots, 111 blocks, and 62 hits in 73 outings. Girard will take Jack Ahcan's spot in the lineup after the team reassigned him to the AHL earlier this week.
Nov 14   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Labeled as Week-to-Week

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (upper body) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Dallas Stars and is considered week-to-week. Girard recorded two shots on goal, three blocks, and three hits in the first two games of the season. His absence will give Ilya Solovyov an opportunity to play. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect anything from Solovyov, as his previous impact has been limited in the NHL. In 15 appearances with the Calgary Flames prior to this season, Solovyov registered four assists, 16 shots, 25 blocks, and 26 hits.
Oct 11   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Ready for Game Action

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) is set to join the lineup for Saturday's preseason finale against the Dallas Stars, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports. Girard, who has been dealing with a lower-body injury during training camp, is one of only a few Avalanche regulars who have traveled to the game. The fact that Girard will play on Saturday night indicates that he will be available for next week's season opener against the Los Angeles Kings. Girard offers modest fantasy value, coming off a year in which he amassed 24 points (three goals, 21 assists), 95 shots, 111 blocks, and 62 hits in 73 contests.
Oct 4   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Avalanche Hope to Have Samuel Girard Available for Start of Season

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) is expected to miss parts of training camp, but the team is hopeful that he will be ready for the start of the regular season, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports. Girard has been part of the Avalanche core for many years, but he hasn't really made an impact in fantasy hockey. The 27-year-old finished last season with 24 points (three goals, 21 assists), 95 shots, 111 blocked shots, and 62 hits in 73 regular-season games.
Sep 18   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Skates With Non-Contact Jersey

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (undisclosed) was seen skating in a red non-contact jersey on Friday. Girard had missed all previous informal skates with the team and seems to be recovering from a health issue. "He was under the watchful eye of the trainer and skating carefully," Avalanche beat writer Brennan Vogt reported, suggesting Girard might be dealing with a lower-body injury. Girard has been quite injury-prone throughout his NHL career, managing more than 73 contests only once over the past four campaigns. Last season, he missed nine games with three separate injuries. Luckily for Girard, he still has time to recover before the start of the 2025-26 season. The Avalanche are set to open their season on Oct. 7 with a road game against the Los Angeles Kings.
Sep 13   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Exits Avalanche Lineup Wednesday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard will not play in Wednesday's contest against the Chicago Blackhawks. He recently returned from a lower-body injury, appearing in four consecutive games, but Girard will make way for Keaton Middleton on Wednesday. Girard has recorded 23 points (three goals, 20 assists) with 106 blocks in 70 games this season. Middleton has racked up 28 blocks and 60 hits in 34 outings but lacks offensive ability. He has yet to score with 38 shots on goal in 37 career NHL appearances and has tallied only two assists.
Apr 2, 2025   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Ready To Return Against Red Wings

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) will rejoin the action on Tuesday against the Detroit Red Wings. He has been out of action for a couple of games due to a lower-body injury. Girard will be Erik Johnson's (lower body) replacement on the third defensive pairing. The 26-year-old may also eat up some power-play time. With a couple of weeks still left to play in the 2024-25 regular season, Girard has already surpassed his scoring total from last year, notching 22 points (three goals, 19 assists) in 66 games. He has taken 83 shots on goal and blocked 94 attempts from the opponents.
Mar 25, 2025   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Misses Second Consecutive Game

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) will be absent for a second consecutive game on Saturday against the Montreal Canadiens. A lower-body injury has taken Girard out of the lineup, though he is expected to make a quick return, as the team considers him day-to-day. Keaton Middleton has hopped into the lineup as Girard's replacement. He is not a recommended fantasy target due to his offensive shortcomings. In 30 appearances this season, Middleton has recorded just two assists, and he hasn't yet found the back of the net a single time in 33 career NHL games.
Mar 22, 2025   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Returns To Avalanche Lineup Thursday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (upper body) will return to work on Thursday against Edmonton. He is available for selection again after missing three games due to an upper-body injury. Girard has worked on the second defensive pairing for most of the campaign, producing 18 points (two goals, 16 assists) and 67 blocks in 42 games. The 26-year-old has some fantasy appeal, as Colorado also uses Girard on the power play, but he is far from a must-have player. Sam Malinski will be a healthy scratch on Thursday to make room for Girard in the lineup.
Jan 16, 2025   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Set To Remain Out On Tuesday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (concussion) isn't expected to play on Tuesday against Winnipeg. He's been out for three games with a concussion. Girard contributed with three goals and 15 assists in 58 regular-season appearances while also recording 76 hits and 99 blocks. Caleb Jones will continue to work on the blue line in his absence. Jones logged 11:57 of ice time in Game 1 against the Jets and had two hits with an even rating in a 13-goal thriller. Cale Makar, Devon Toews, and Sean Walker all played at least 23 minutes and will do the heavy lifting again at the back on Tuesday.
Apr 23, 2024   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Battling An Illness

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard is battling an illness, leaving him with a question mark for Thursday's matchup against the Rangers. The 25-year-old has made 51 appearances with the Avalanche this season, contributing three goals and 15 assists with 66 shots on net. Defensively, Girard has tallied 92 blocks and 68 hits while averaging close to 20 minutes of ice time. Caleb Jones will be Girard's likely replacement in the lineup on Thursday if he can't shake off the illness. Forward Joel Kiviranta is also feeling under the weather, so Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar might be forced into more than one change in his lineup.
Mar 28, 2024   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Delivers Three Assists In Tuesday's Win

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard picked up three assists as the team crushed Ottawa 7-4 on Tuesday. Two of Girard's helpers, including one on the power play, came during Colorado's four-goal outburst in the third period. Girard isn't a consistent contributor offensively, but he has put together a three-game point streak. The 25-year-old boasts 11 points (one goal, 10 assists) in total for the season in 24 games, with 29 shots on goal, 31 hits, and 46 blocks.
Jan 17, 2024   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Expects To Return On Sunday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (personal) has announced that he will be back in the lineup Sunday versus San Jose. Girard has been unavailable for 20 games after entering the NHL/NHLPA Players Assistance Program. He made 15 appearances this season before exiting the lineup, posting four points (one goal, three assists) with 18 shots on goal, 15 hits, and 25 blocks. The 25-year-old will join Bowen Byram on the second defensive pairing against the Sharks.
Dec 30, 2023   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Enters Player Assistance Program

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard has entered the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program. The 25-year-old has missed the past few games for personal reasons and will remain out for an indefinite period of time. In a statement, Girard admitted that he has struggled with alcohol abuse and has been suffering from severe anxiety and depression. Girard, who won the Stanley Cup with Colorado in 2022, has posted four points (one goal, three assists) in 15 games with a minus-seven rating this season. His absence has left the Avalanche without a top-four defenseman, with Josh Manson moving up in the lineup.
Nov 25, 2023   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Still Out On Wednesday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (personal) won't be available for a second consecutive game Wednesday versus Vancouver. He missed Monday's 4-3 loss to Nashville for personal reasons and isn't ready to return on Wednesday. Girard has come out of the lineup after amassing three points in two games, but the 2023-24 season hasn't brought him much success offensively in general, as the 25-year-old sits on four points through 15 outings. Girard's next chance to return comes on Friday against Minnesota.
Nov 22, 2023   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Ready To Return Wednesday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) will return from a six-game absence Wednesday versus Vancouver. The team gets much-needed help at the back, with multiple defensemen currently sidelined. Girard will join Josh Manson on the second defensive pairing and he will also be skating on the second power-play unit. The 24-year-old will look to add to four points. He has also amassed 15 shots, nine hits and seven blocks in 11 games this season, carrying a minus-three rating. With the defending champions currently picking everybody apart, Girard should get his plus/minus in order pretty quickly.
Nov 23, 2022   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Samuel Girard Still Out Versus Carolina

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) will miss a fourth consecutive game Thursday against Carolina. He has been listed as day-to-day since dropping out of the lineup, but the 24-year-old is struggling to shake off a lower-body problem. Girard has been able to get four points in 11 games this season, adding 15 shots, seven blocks and nine hits to his account. The defending champions have a bit of a blue-line crisis going on right now, with Bowen Byram (lower body) and Kurtis MacDermid (lower body) also unavailable. It's pushed Jacob MacDonald to the second defensive pairing and Andreas Englund has received a promotion from the minors.
Nov 17, 2022   
Samuel Girard  • D  •  Avalanche

Bowen Byram Replaces Samuel Girard On Power Play

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Bowen Byram is set to replace Samuel Girard (sternum) on the second power-play unit. Girard has been ruled out for the rest of the playoffs, which gives Byram an opportunity to step into a more significant role. The 20-year-old has shown a lot of upside and will hope to have a much bigger impact for the rest of the way after going for just one point in seven postseason games. Girard's spot in the lineup appears to be going to Jack Johnson, who will make his first playoff appearance of the year in Monday's Game 4 against the Blues.
May 23, 2022   
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