Tyler Steenbergen

July 2021- Steenbergen has been traded to the LA Kings along with teammate Brayden Burke for Cole Hults and Boko Imama. Coming into the pro ranks, Steenbergen was a heralded prospect for Arizona. He tore up the WHL offensively and was a star after the 2018 WJC, where Steenbergen had the game-winning goal to secure gold for Canada. That promise was never reached as Steenbergen was solid in the AHL but wasn’t the big point producer he was in juniors. Now coming off his entry-level contract, he totaled 61 points (27-34-61) in 156 games for Tucson. That included 10 goals and 13 points in 36 games last season. A fresh start with an new organization might be what Steenbergen needs. Keith Duggan

May 2020- Steenbergen’s sophomore campaign played out much like his first year of pro. Eight goals and 26 points in 57 games were again solid but modest numbers. Much more was expected though from Steenbergen, who possesses strong offensive instincts, good speed and a quality shot. He’s a important player for Tucson, playing a responsible two-way game, killing penalties and chipping a point in here and there. Now, heading into his last year of his entry-level contract, Steenbergen needs to show more to stay fantasy relevant. Keith Duggan

June 2019- It was expected to be an adjustment to the pro’s for Steenbergen after a couple offensively dominating years in the WHL. Not surprising it was as he put up modest offensive numbers playing mostly a bottom-six role for Tucson, nine goals and 22 points in 63 games. As the year went along though, Steenbergen started to become one of Tucson’s most dependable players, playing a strong 200-foot game and a top penalty killer for them. Steenbergen showed that he could be a dependable player away from the puck, a big question coming into 2018-19. Now heading into next season he’s expected to a have a greater role with Tucson and see time on the power play so expect to see a jump in his point totals but Steenbergen isn’t ready for the NHL yet. Keith Duggan

September 2018- Steenbergen was a early surprise cut from the Coyotes training camp and was sent to Tucson of the AHL. While not surprising he’ll begin his pro career in the AHL it was expected after two dominating season’s in the WHL the skilled Steenbergen would last a little longer in camp. Keith Duggan

May 2018- After finishing sixth in the WHL in points and goals (47 goals, 102 points), Steenbergen continued his hot streak into the playoff’s. He put up 12 goals and 27 points in 26 games to help the Swift Current Broncos reach the Memorial Cup. There Steenbergen scored one goal in his first tournament game before taking a hard hit and missing the rest of the games with a concussion. While it’s hard to say they would have fared any better with Steenbergen in the lineup, the team struggled without his scoring and was the first squad eliminated.  Nerveless it was a season for the ages for the young forward as he now embarks onto the pro ranks for 2018-19. Expect Steenbergen to start in the AHL as he adjusts to bigger, faster opponents next season. Keith Duggan

March 2018- In a non-surprising move, the Coyotes have announced that they have signed Steenbergen to his entry-level contract. He’s slowed somewhat from his video game numbers Steenbergen was posting in the beginning of this season but his stats are still impressive. He’s currently sixth in the WHL in points with 98, tied for fifth in goals (44) and is tied for sixth in assists (54). All this while missing a chunk of time playing for Canada at the WJC, where he had the game-winning goal in the gold medal game. Keith Duggan

January 2018- Playing as Canada’s 13th forward, Steenbergen didn’t see a lot of ice time during the World Junior Championship. But during the gold medal game against Sweden he made a lasting impression on hockey fans. Playing a team-low 3:17 of ice time after two periods, Steenbergen came through when it mattered most, scoring the game-winner off a deflection from defenseman Connor Timmins long pass with just 1:40 left to break a 1-1 tie. Despite missing time at the WJC, he still leads the WHL in goals with 35 in just 27 games. Keith Duggan

December 2017- In the midst of a amazing offensive season, Steenbergen has now made Canada’s squad for the 2018 World Junior Championship. Not invited to the summer selection camp, he earned his opportunity with his early season success. Steenbergen currently leads the WHL and all of the CHL in goals with 35, along with 61 points in just 27 games. Keth Duggan

November 2017- As the WHL season continues so does Steenbergen’s run of tearing up the league. His point totals are now up to a whopping 28 goals and 49 points in just 18 games. That’s a 2.72 points per game pace right now along with a amazing seven goals and 14 points in his last four contests. What seemed very unlikely just a few months ago now looks like Canada will have to take a serious look at Steenbergen for the 2018 World Junior Championship. Keith Duggan

October 2017- Steenbergen has started the 2017-18 season on absolute fire, putting up video game like numbers so far. He currently leads the WHL in several offensive categories including a whopping 13 goals and 19 points in just six games. Steenbergen has been named CHL Player of the week ending Oct. 1st after he put up six goals and nine points in just two games. He’s showing that last year was not a fluke and should be taken seriously as a NHL prospect. Keith Duggan

September 2017 – In a crowded pool of A-level and B-level forward prospects in the Arizona Coyotes system, Tyler Steenbergen could be easily overshadowed by some big names, though not by much any fault of his own. The fifth-round-pick in his second year of draft eligibility appears to be a wise risk for the Coyotes, who have the luxury of taking some extra risk on their offensive draft picks. His skating and edgework drive and sustain the Broncos offense. If given the open-ice opportunity, Steenburgen’s footspeed and soft hands can be dangerous. While this development may be coming a year late, the fact remains that with a medium-sized frame, NHL potential is evident. Brayden Olafson

August 2017- After getting passed over in the 2016 draft, a good way to get scouts to notice you would be tying for the WHL goal scoring lead with 51 goals the next season. That’s exactly what Tyler Steenbergen did in 2016-17 and it worked as the Coyotes took a flyer on him grabbing the center in the fifth round. Racking up 51 goals and 90 points is attention grabbing numbers but it also raises questions, mainly why didn’t he do it in his draft season? In 2015-16 Steenbergen put up 46 points and was considered a long shot to be drafted. But he played for a defensive coach in Mark Lamb that season and didn’t see much power play time. In 2016-17, Steenbergen played for head coach Emmanuel (Manny) Viveiros, who plays a much more offensive up-and-down system that has led to more scoring chances. He also got a ton of power play time and responded scoring 37% of his goals on the man advantage. Steenbergen benefited from having more talented teammates last season in Swift Current, mainly Panthers second-rounder Aleksi Heponiemi. So, the million-dollar question is can he do it again in 2017-18 and more importantly at the pro level? Steenbergen is an excellent shooter, highlighted by his wrist shot, which is hard and accurate, along with being a strong skater. His biggest knocks are size and playing a defensive game. Despite being under six-feet, Steenbergen isn’t afraid to go into the dirty area’s though and will take a hit to make a play. Many scouts have his upside as a bottom-six player in the NHL but Steenbergen does have offensive potential and could be more.  At this point he’s considered a sleeper and is worth taking a chance on in later rounds in fantasy drafts. Keith Duggan