When you think of consistency in the NHL, Tyler Toffoli's name usually comes to mind. The veteran San Jose Sharks forward has built a career on reliability, routinely posting around 20 goals and 50 points per season. The 2025-26 campaign was no different in many ways—but it also came with a few warning signs.
At 34 years old, Toffoli is now one of the elder statesmen in the Sharks' locker room. While his best years may be behind him, he still proved to be an effective contributor for head coach Ryan Warsofsky. Let's break down the numbers that defined his season.
Durability and Availability
Toffoli was a rock in the lineup, appearing in 79 of 82 games. Missing just three contests, he showed he can still be counted on night in and night out.
Goal Scoring: A Dip Below the Standard
With 19 goals, Toffoli fell just short of the 20-goal mark for the first time since leaving the Los Angeles Kings organization in 2018-19. It's a small dip, but one that raises an eyebrow for a player known for finding the back of the net.
Playmaking: A Career High Note
On the bright side, Toffoli racked up 30 assists—the second-highest total of his career. He only surpassed the 30-assist plateau once before, during his 2022-23 stint with the Calgary Flames. At this stage of his career, evolving into more of a playmaker could extend his value.
Overall Production: Still Solid
His 49 points were the lowest since the 2021-22 season, but they still tied for the fifth-highest point total of his career. That's a testament to how consistent he's been over the years.
Shooting and Ice Time: Signs of Change
Toffoli fired 172 shots on goal, his lowest full-season total since 2020-21. His shooting percentage dipped slightly to 11.0%, just below his career average. More notably, his average ice time dropped to 14:58 per night—the first time in over a decade he's been under 15 minutes. The last time that happened, he was a rookie finding his way with the Kings.
Clutch Factor and Defensive Impact
Toffoli scored two game-winning goals, one more than in his first season with San Jose, but still among the lowest totals of his career. On the plus/minus front, he finished at -12—a nine-goal improvement from the previous year, showing some defensive progress.
The Bottom Line
Tyler Toffoli remains a valuable piece for the Sharks, offering veteran savvy and steady production. While the scoring dipped slightly and his ice time declined, his playmaking took a step forward. For a team in transition, having a reliable forward who can still contribute 50 points is nothing to sneeze at. The question is: can he maintain this level as he pushes deeper into his mid-30s?