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Steven Allan Kampfer (born September 24, 1988) is an American former professional ice hockey defenseman. He was selected by the Anaheim Ducks of the National Hockey League (NHL) in the fourth round, 93rd overall, of the 2007 NHL entry draft. He played for the Boston Bruins, Minnesota Wild, Florida Panthers, and New York Rangers in the National Hockey League (NHL). Kampfer was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, but grew up in Jackson, Michigan.

Key Information

Playing career

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As a youth, Kampfer played in the 2002 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with the Detroit Little Caesars minor ice hockey team.[1]

Collegiate

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Kampfer played four seasons with the University of Michigan from 2006–2010, with 60 points in 147 games.[2] On October 12, 2008, Kampfer was involved in an incident in which he engaged in a late-night argument with a woman outside of a bar after she allegedly made flirtatious remarks to other men in order to antagonize Kampfer. After the argument, Kampfer engaged in an altercation with Michigan football player Michael Milano, a friend of the woman. Words were exchanged before Milano attacked Kampfer, resulting in Kampfer suffering a serious head injury. Milano was later convicted of aggravated assault.[3][4][5]

Professional

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Kampfer was selected by the Anaheim Ducks of the National Hockey League (NHL) in the fourth round, 93rd overall, of the 2007 NHL entry draft.[6] On March 2, 2010, the Ducks traded the rights to Kampfer to the Boston Bruins in exchange for a conditional fourth-round draft pick.[7][a] The Bruins signed him to a three-year entry-level contract and assigned him to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Providence Bruins, for the remainder of the 2009–10 AHL season.[9]

Kampfer as a Ranger during an exhibition game in October 2014

Kampfer started the 2010–11 NHL season playing in the AHL for the Providence Bruins, but in early December, he was promoted to the NHL, on an emergency basis, to fill in for the injured Mark Stuart.[10] Kampfer made his NHL debut with the Bruins on December 9, 2010, in a 5–2 home win over the New York Islanders.[11] His first NHL goal was scored on December 28 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.[12] Kampfer recorded his first multi-point game on January 13, 2011, against the Philadelphia Flyers when he scored the game-winning goal with 1:14 remaining in the game to earn the first star honors for the night.[13] Kampfer's high average ice time during his first 17 games as a Bruin, combined with the confidence shown by the coach in power play and key defensive situations, were intended to help make his case for a more permanent position on the roster, as when defenseman Mark Stuart was traded to the Atlanta Thrashers on February 18, 2011, center Rich Peverley was acquired in return, and Kampfer's continued presence with the Bruins proved valuable. His speed and ability to jump into the play, as recommended by the coaching staff, added a much-needed element to the Boston Bruins as of January 13, 2011.[14]

Kampfer suffered a minor knee injury on April 9, 2011, while playing a game for the AHL's Providence Bruins.[15] As a result, he was not able to rejoin the Boston team during the 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs.[16] Kampfer played in 38 games, three short of what is required to have his name engraved onto the Stanley Cup. Though the team petitioned the league to include Kampfer, injured center Marc Savard and defenseman Shane Hnidy on the cup,[17] Savard's name was included, but Kampfer and Hnidy were not based on the 41-game qualification. Boston gave Kampfer a Stanley Cup ring and was given a day with the cup.[18]

Kampfer missed the opening games of the 2011–12 NHL season due to a knee injury to the other leg suffered during training camp. He returned to the lineup playing alongside Andrew Ference in a 6–2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 21, 2011.[19] Kampfer saw spot duty for the Bruins that season, only appearing in ten games and none after January 31. At the 2012 NHL Trade Deadline on February 27, Kampfer was traded from the Bruins to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for defensemen Greg Zanon.[20] He was initially assigned to Minnesota's AHL affiliate, the Houston Aeros, but was recalled in March.[21] He scored his first goal for Minnesota in a 3–2 win over the Phoenix Coyotes on March 8, 2012.[22] He appeared in 13 games with Minnesota, registering two goals and three points.[23] The following year the NHL season was delayed due to the 2012–13 NHL lockout and Kampfer remained with Houston, suffering a knee injury. Once NHL play resumed, Kampfer suffered another injury, a concussion, that kept him out of the lineup.[24] Kampfer re-signed with the Wild in the offseason to a one-year, two-way contract on June 28, 2013.[23] Kampfer spent the majority of the 2013–14 season with Minnesota's new AHL affiliate, the Iowa Wild, playing in 69 games, scoring six goals and 26 points.[25]

On July 1, 2014, Kampfer agreed to a one-year two-way contract with the New York Rangers.[25][26] During training camp, Kampfer was competing with Matt Hunwick for the final defense spot on the roster. Hunwick won the position and Kampfer was to be loaned to the Rangers' AHL affiliate, the Hartford Wolf Pack.[27] However, on October 6, 2014, Kampfer and Andrew Yogan were traded by the Rangers to the Florida Panthers in return for Joey Crabb in order to open a roster spot for Anthony Duclair.[28][29] He spent the majority of the season with Florida's AHL affiliate, the San Antonio Rampage, setting a career high in goals in a season in the AHL with eight.[6] He saw his first action with Florida on February 5, 2015 and even saw time playing as a forward.[24] During the 2015–16 season, Kampfer played in 47 games with the Panthers, registering four points.[6]

During the 2016–17 season, Kampfer was placed on waivers after one game with the Panthers. After clearing, Kampfer was subsequently dealt back to the Rangers on November 8, 2016, along with a conditional seventh-round pick in the 2018, in exchange for Dylan McIlrath.[6] He was assigned to the Hartford Wolf Pack.[30] Kampfer was recalled by the Rangers on February 28 after injuries to Kevin Klein and Dan Girardi.[31] He played in his first game for the Rangers on February 28, 2017 versus the Washington Capitals.[32] The same day, the Rangers acquired defenseman Brendan Smith from the Detroit Red Wings[33] and Kampfer was returned to Hartford on March 1.[32] He was recalled again on March 6.[34] During the 2017–18 season, Kampfer played 26 games with the Rangers but his season ended on February 11, 2018[35] when his hand was broken by a shot from Dustin Byfuglien of the Winnipeg Jets.[36]

On September 11, 2018, Kampfer, a 2019 fourth-round pick, and a conditional seventh-round pick were traded by the Rangers to the Boston Bruins in exchange for Adam McQuaid.[37] He played 35 games with the Bruins during the 2018–19 season, scoring three goals and six points.[38] On June 25, 2019 Kampfer signed a two-year contract extension with the Bruins.[39] During the pandemic-disrupted 2019–20 season, Kampfer appeared in ten games for the Bruins, registering two points. However, Kampfer opted out of returning to the ice when the NHL resumed play during the season.[40]

Following his 11th professional season, Kampfer left the NHL as a free agent and signed his first contract abroad in agreeing to a one-year deal with Russian-based Ak Bars Kazan of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) on July 5, 2021.[41] Shouldering a greater responsibility and workload with Ak Bars in the 2021–22 season, Kampfer produced his highest points totals since 2014 in recording career-high 11 goals and 30 points through 46 regular season games.

As a free agent following Ak Bars playoff exit, Kampfer returned to North America and agreed to a one-year, two-way contract with the Detroit Red Wings on May 23, 2022.[42] To begin the 2022–23 season, Kampfer was assigned to add a veteran presence to AHL affiliate, the Grand Rapids Griffins. He made 44 appearances on the blueline for the Griffins, posting 4 goals and 22 points before he was traded by the Red Wings to the Arizona Coyotes in exchange for future considerations on March 9, 2023.[43] He was assigned to Arizona's AHL affiliate, the Tucson Roadrunners, to finish the season.[44] On June 20, he signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Coyotes.[45] Kampfer attended the Coyotes' 2023 training camp, but was assigned to Tucson to start the 2023–24 season.[46] He was named the Roadrunners' new captain on October 21, 2023.[44]

Following two seasons, Kampfer returned to Russia as a free agent, securing a one-year contract with Traktor Chelyabinsk on August 5, 2024.[47] At the conclusion of his contract with Chelyabinsk, Kampfer opted to conclude his 15 year professional career announcing his retirement on May 24, 2025.[48]

International play

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On January 13, 2022, Kampfer was named to the United States men's national team to compete at the 2022 Winter Olympics as an assistant captain.[49]

Career statistics

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Regular season and playoffs

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Regular season Playoffs
Season Team League GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM
2004–05 Sioux City Musketeers USHL 47 6 13 19 91 13 2 5 7 12
2005–06 Sioux City Musketeers USHL 56 6 10 16 99 — — — — —
2006–07 University of Michigan CCHA 35 1 3 4 24 — — — — —
2007–08 University of Michigan CCHA 42 2 15 17 36 — — — — —
2008–09 University of Michigan CCHA 25 1 12 13 24 — — — — —
2009–10 University of Michigan CCHA 45 3 23 26 50 — — — — —
2009–10 Providence Bruins AHL 6 1 2 3 4 — — — — —
2010–11 Providence Bruins AHL 22 3 13 16 12 — — — — —
2010–11 Boston Bruins NHL 38 5 5 10 12 — — — — —
2011–12 Boston Bruins NHL 10 0 2 2 4 — — — — —
2011–12 Providence Bruins AHL 12 1 3 4 8 — — — — —
2011–12 Minnesota Wild NHL 13 2 1 3 2 — — — — —
2011–12 Houston Aeros AHL — — — — — 4 0 0 0 2
2012–13 Houston Aeros AHL 55 4 17 21 28 5 1 1 2 9
2013–14 Iowa Wild AHL 69 6 20 26 48 — — — — —
2014–15 San Antonio Rampage AHL 42 8 11 19 49 — — — — —
2014–15 Florida Panthers NHL 25 2 2 4 12 — — — — —
2015–16 Florida Panthers NHL 47 0 4 4 26 — — — — —
2016–17 Hartford Wolf Pack AHL 43 4 15 19 44 — — — — —
2016–17 New York Rangers NHL 10 1 1 2 2 — — — — —
2017–18 New York Rangers NHL 22 0 1 1 20 — — — — —
2018–19 Boston Bruins NHL 35 3 3 6 22 3 1 0 1 0
2018–19 Providence Bruins AHL 3 1 1 2 2 — — — — —
2019–20 Boston Bruins NHL 10 0 2 2 2 — — — — —
2019–20 Providence Bruins AHL 22 3 6 9 16 — — — — —
2020–21 Boston Bruins NHL 20 2 3 5 4 — — — — —
2021–22 Ak Bars Kazan KHL 46 11 19 30 49 6 2 2 4 2
2022–23 Grand Rapids Griffins AHL 44 4 18 22 26 — — — — —
2022–23 Tucson Roadrunners AHL 15 2 5 7 12 3 0 1 1 0
2023–24 Tucson Roadrunners AHL 45 3 19 22 33 2 0 1 1 0
2024–25 Traktor Chelyabinsk KHL 59 10 22 32 23 20 4 6 10 4
NHL totals 231 15 24 39 110 3 1 0 1 0
KHL totals 105 21 41 62 72 26 6 8 14 6

International

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Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM
2022 United States OG 5th 4 1 3 4 2
Senior totals 4 1 3 4 2

Awards and honors

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Award Year
College
CCHA All-Tournament Team 2009, 2010 [50]

Notes

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References

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Steven Kampfer is an American former defenseman who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the , , , and , accumulating 231 games, 15 goals, 24 assists, and 39 points over his NHL career. Born on September 24, 1988, in , and raised in , Kampfer was selected by the in the fourth round (93rd overall) of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. He stands 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighs 198 pounds, and shoots right-handed. Kampfer began his hockey career in the United States Hockey League with the before attending the , where he played college hockey for the Wolverines from 2007 to 2010 as part of the CCHA. After his playing rights were traded from the to the , he signed an entry-level contract following his junior year, made his NHL debut in the 2010–11 season and was a member of the Bruins' 2011 Stanley Cup-winning team, appearing in 38 regular-season games but falling three short of the threshold for engraving on the Cup, though he received a . Over the next decade, Kampfer split time between the NHL and affiliates, including stints with the , , , and Hartford Wolf Pack, while also playing overseas in the for and . Internationally, Kampfer represented the at the in , where he recorded 4 points (1 goal, 3 assists) in 4 games as part of the bronze-medal-winning team. In his final professional season (2024–25) with , he posted 32 points (10 goals, 22 assists) in 59 regular-season games and added 10 points in 20 playoff games. Kampfer announced his retirement from professional hockey on May 24, 2025, at the age of 36, concluding a 15-year career that spanned multiple leagues and included notable contributions to both club and international success.

Early life and amateur career

Early life

Steven Kampfer was born on September 24, 1988, in . He grew up in nearby , in a close-knit family that emphasized support and resilience. His parents encouraged his interest in sports; his father studied at . Kampfer has one older sister, Kristin, who was born with congenital heart disease and has undergone 29 major surgeries, serving as an early source of inspiration for his determination in facing challenges. Kampfer's introduction to hockey occurred through local youth programs in Michigan, where he began playing mini-mites at age six and progressed to travel hockey in Jackson by age eight. He soon joined more competitive teams in the Detroit area, including the Little Caesars AAA Hockey Club, traveling 1.5 hours multiple nights a week for practices and games. At age 13, Kampfer represented the Detroit Little Caesars in the 2002 , a prestigious international event for young players.

Youth hockey

Kampfer began skating at the age of two and joined his first organized hockey team at age three through the Jackson Area Hockey Association in his hometown of . His early development emphasized fundamental skills in local youth leagues, progressing from introductory levels to more competitive travel teams as he honed his defensive positioning and physical presence on the ice. During his freshman and sophomore years at Jackson High School, Kampfer balanced academics with emerging hockey commitments, maintaining honor roll status throughout high school while participating in regional youth competitions. Although specific high school team details are limited, his time in Jackson laid the groundwork for a robust defensive style, characterized by strong puck battles and shot-blocking, which became hallmarks of his game. Kampfer advanced to midget-level play with the AAA program in the area, representing the team at the 2004 Under-17 Four Nations Tournament. This exposure to elite youth competition helped refine his physicality and two-way capabilities, as evidenced by his 91 penalty minutes in his debut USHL season. Seeking greater visibility, he relocated to after his sophomore year to join the of the (USHL), where he completed high school and graduated in 2006. In the USHL, Kampfer played two seasons with Sioux City, selected by the team in the third round (32nd overall) of the 2004 USHL Entry Draft. During 2004–05, he appeared in 47 games, recording 6 goals and 13 assists for 19 points alongside 91 penalty minutes, showcasing his aggressive defensive approach. The following year (2005–06), he skated in 56 games, tallying 6 goals and 10 assists for 16 points and 99 penalty minutes, further demonstrating his physical style and reliability on the blue line. His USHL tenure drew early NHL scouting attention, as he was included on the NHL Central Scouting Bureau's preliminary watch list for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

Collegiate career

Kampfer enrolled at the in 2006, majoring in , and played four seasons for the Wolverines men's team from 2006 to 2010, graduating in 2010. Over his collegiate career, Kampfer appeared in 147 games, recording 7 goals and 53 assists for 60 points, along with 134 penalty minutes. His performance varied by season, as detailed below:
SeasonGPGAPtsPIM
2006–073513424
2007–08422151736
2008–09251121324
2009–10453232650
These statistics reflect his role as a reliable defenseman, particularly in ratings that contributed positively to team play. A pivotal incident occurred on October 12, 2008, when Kampfer was assaulted off-campus by University of Michigan football player Mike Milano, resulting in a fractured , , and neck injuries that sidelined him for over two months. This injury limited his participation in the 2008–09 season to 25 games, disrupting what had been a breakout year following his sophomore performance. Kampfer played a key role in Michigan's success within the (CCHA), helping the team secure CCHA championships in 2007–08 and 2009–10, including a tournament title in his senior year. The Wolverines advanced to the NCAA Tournament each of his four seasons, reaching the quarterfinals in 2009–10, where Kampfer contributed significantly with 26 points in 45 games. In November 2009, he earned CCHA Player of the Week honors after recording three assists in a series during the College Hockey Showcase.

Professional career

NHL career

Kampfer was selected by the in the fourth round, 93rd overall, of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. His rights were traded to the on March 2, 2010, in exchange for Boston's fourth-round pick in the 2010 NHL Draft (later traded to Carolina, where it became Justin Shugg). Kampfer made his NHL debut with the Bruins on December 9, 2010, in a 5–2 home win against the , where he recorded 13:50 of ice time, two shots on goal, two hits, and one blocked shot. He quickly earned a regular spot in the defensive rotation, averaging 17:44 of ice time per game over 38 appearances in the 2010–11 season and notching five goals and five assists. As a , Kampfer was part of the Bruins' Stanley Cup-winning team that spring, though he did not appear in the playoffs and fell three games short of the threshold for having his name engraved on the Cup. On February 27, 2012, Kampfer was traded to the in exchange for defenseman Greg Zanon. He split the remainder of the 2011–12 season between the two teams, playing 13 games with the Wild, before spending the entire 2012–13 lockout-shortened season in the (AHL). Kampfer's time with the Wild established him as a reliable depth defenseman, though he spent much of the 2013–14 season in the AHL. After signing as a free agent with the New York Rangers on July 1, 2014, Kampfer was traded to the Florida Panthers on October 6, 2014, along with forward Andrew Yogan, for a seventh-round pick in the 2015 NHL Draft. In 2014–15, he appeared in 25 games with the Panthers, recording two goals and two assists. Over the 2015–16 and 2016–17 seasons, he played 48 games (0 goals, 4 assists) while focusing on physical defensive play, including shot-blocking and penalty killing. On November 8, 2016, Kampfer was traded back to the Rangers for a seventh-round pick in the 2018 NHL Draft, where he solidified his role as a stay-at-home defenseman, appearing in 32 games (1 goal, 2 assists) across the 2016–17 and 2017–18 seasons. Kampfer returned to the Bruins on September 11, 2018, when the Rangers traded him, along with a 2019 fourth-round pick and a conditional seventh-round pick, for defenseman . He re-signed with on a two-year extension in June 2019, playing 65 games (5 goals, 8 assists) over the 2018–19, 2019–20, and 2020–21 seasons. Known for his physical style, strong shot-blocking, and versatility on the third pairing, Kampfer had notable playoff contributions with the Bruins, including his first postseason goal in Game 1 of the 2019 Eastern Conference Final against the , helping secure a 5–2 victory. Over his entire NHL career spanning 231 games with the Bruins, , Panthers, and Rangers, Kampfer tallied 15 goals and 24 assists for 39 points.

AHL and European leagues

Kampfer began his professional career in the (AHL) with the during the 2009–10 season, appearing in six games and recording three points. He continued with Providence in 2010–11, posting 16 points in 22 games following his NHL debut, and returned briefly in later seasons, including three games in 2018–19 and 22 games with nine points in 2019–20. In 2011–12, Kampfer split time with the Providence Bruins and Houston Aeros, the latter being the affiliate of the Minnesota Wild, before establishing himself with the Aeros in 2012–13 (21 points in 55 games) and the Iowa Wild in 2013–14, where he achieved a career-high 26 points in 69 games. He later played for the San Antonio Rampage in 2014–15, tallying 19 points in 42 games as the Florida Panthers' affiliate. Kampfer joined the Hartford Wolf Pack, the New York Rangers' AHL team, for the 2016–17 season, contributing 19 points in 43 games. Kampfer signed with the organization in 2022, playing 44 games for the Grand Rapids Griffins and recording 22 points to provide veteran stability. He was traded to the mid-season and finished with the , where he appeared in 15 regular-season games (seven points) and three playoff games (one point) in 2022–23. In 2023–24, Kampfer served as captain for , logging 22 points in 45 regular-season games and one point in two playoff outings while mentoring younger defensemen on the roster. Overall, Kampfer amassed 170 points in 378 AHL regular-season games across seven teams, emphasizing his role as a reliable, two-way defender in the . Seeking opportunities abroad, Kampfer signed with of the (KHL) for the 2021–22 season, where he recorded 30 points in 46 regular-season games and four points in six playoff games, helping the team reach the conference finals. He returned to the in 2024–25 with as an alternate captain, contributing 32 points in 59 regular-season games and 10 points in 20 playoff games before his departure. In 105 regular-season games, Kampfer totaled 62 points, showcasing his adaptability in Europe's top league.

Retirement

Steven Kampfer announced his retirement from professional hockey on May 24, 2025, at the age of 36, following the end of his contract with after the 2024–25 KHL season. The decision was shared during a meeting with Traktor fans and team members, marking the close of his 15-year professional career that spanned the NHL, AHL, and European leagues. Kampfer cited the desire to prioritize family time after spending 10 months apart from his wife and son while playing in , noting the challenges of separation as his son began . In reflections on his career, he expressed pride in his contributions to the 2011 Stanley Cup-winning , his nine NHL seasons across four teams (appearing in 231 games), and his representation of the at the , where he helped secure a . He described as his favorite NHL experience due to its strong team culture and camaraderie with players like . In the immediate aftermath, Kampfer joined the NHL Alumni Association, which celebrated his retirement and career achievements. As of November 2025, he has transitioned to an off-ice role as a franchise owner with Matterhorn Fit, a rehabilitation and performance training center, planning to open a location in , by late 2025 alongside his wife, Tara. Kampfer stated that the venture aligns with his passion for helping active individuals recover and improve, drawing from his own experiences as an athlete.

International career

2022 Winter Olympics

Steven Kampfer was selected to the men's national team for the in on January 13, 2022, as one of seven defensemen on the roster. As a veteran presence at age 33 and playing professionally in the (KHL) with at the time, Kampfer was named an alternate captain alongside Aaron Ness, providing leadership to a predominantly young squad featuring many collegiate players. In the tournament, Kampfer appeared in all four games for Team USA, recording four points with one goal and three assists while posting a +2 plus-minus rating. His goal came on February 13 against , a power-play blast from the point that tied the game at 1-1 in a 3-2 victory, highlighting his contributions to the team's special teams units. Kampfer also notched assists, including one on ' goal in the quarterfinal loss to , and he logged significant ice time averaging over 21 minutes per game while firing 10 shots on goal. As part of the defensive core, Kampfer contributed to various pairings that emphasized stability and support for the team's transition game, often anchoring shifts with younger defensemen like to mentor the roster's NCAA contingent. Team USA advanced to the quarterfinals with a 2-1-0-0 preliminary round record but was eliminated by in a 3-2 defeat on , finishing fifth overall without a . Following the loss, Kampfer reflected on the disappointment, stating, "This one's going to sting for a little bit... I thought we were the better team for a majority of the game," while praising the young players' efforts: "They played outstanding this entire tournament." He also described the Olympic experience as fulfilling a lifelong dream, noting, "You're representing your . You're on a world stage. It's everything you dream about as a kid."

Other international competitions

Kampfer's senior international career with the was limited to the , with no recorded participation in major tournaments such as the IIHF World Championships. His early international exposure occurred at the youth level in 2006, when he served as alternate captain for the USA Under-19 team at the Viking Cup, helping secure a while recording 1 goal and 1 point in 5 games. That same year, Kampfer was alternate captain for the USA Under-18 Select Team at the Five Nations Cup, where the squad earned a . Kampfer did not compete in the IIHF World U20 Championship or other significant developmental international events during his junior years. His involvement in broader programs, such as exhibitions or select camps, was minimal beyond these youth tournaments. Overall, Kampfer's international legacy is primarily defined by his Olympic role, reflecting a professional career emphasis on domestic and club leagues rather than extensive national team commitments.

Career and awards

Regular season and playoffs

Kampfer's National Hockey League (NHL) career spanned parts of 11 seasons with the , , , and , accumulating 231 regular-season games played (GP), 15 s (G), 24 assists (A), and 39 points (PTS) overall. His postseason experience was limited to three games with the Bruins in , during which he recorded one . The following table details Kampfer's NHL regular-season statistics by season and team:
SeasonAgeTeamGPGAPTSPIM
2010–112238551012
2011–1223100224
2011–1223MIN132132
2014–1526FLA2522412
2015–1627FLA4704426
2016–1728FLA10004
2016–1728NYR101122
2017–1829NYR2201120
2018–19303533622
2019–2031100222
2020–2132202354
Total231152439110
In the (AHL), Kampfer appeared in 378 regular-season games across multiple teams, tallying 40 goals, 130 assists, and 170 points, with a career-high 26 points (6G, 20A) during the 2013–14 season with the . He also played 14 playoff games, recording 1 goal, 3 assists, and 4 points. Kampfer's (KHL) tenure included 105 regular-season games with in 2021–22 (46 GP, 11G, 19A, 30 PTS) and in 2024–25 (59 GP, 10G, 22A, 32 PTS), for totals of 21 goals, 41 assists, and 62 points. In KHL playoffs, he contributed in 26 games, with 6 goals, 8 assists, and 14 points, including 10 points (4G, 6A) during Traktor's 2024–25 postseason run.

International statistics

Kampfer represented the in international competition at both senior and junior levels, with his most notable appearance at the . In Olympic play, which features a more defensive style compared to club leagues due to shorter tournaments and higher-stakes matchups among national teams, Kampfer contributed offensively from the blue line while maintaining a positive plus-minus rating. His senior international statistics are limited to the Olympics, where he recorded 1 goal and 3 assists over 4 games. Earlier, at the junior level, Kampfer played in the 2006 Memorial Tournament (now known as the ) for the U18 team, earning 1 goal in 5 games en route to a tournament appearance that highlighted his physical presence with 20 penalty minutes.
TournamentYearTeamGPGAPtsPIM+/-ShotsS%
Olympics2022USA41342+41010.0%
Memorial (U18)2006 U18510120+10N/AN/A
Career International Totals: 9 GP, 2 G, 3 A, 5 Pts, 22 PIM, +14. These figures reflect Kampfer's role as a steady defenseman in international settings, where point production is often lower than in professional club play due to the emphasis on team defense and limited power-play opportunities.

Awards and honors

During his collegiate career with the Wolverines, Kampfer contributed to two (CCHA) tournament teams, first in 2008 as a and again in 2010 as a senior captain, helping the team secure the conference title in each instance. He was also recognized for his performance in these tournaments by earning selections to the CCHA All-Tournament Team in both 2009, where he recorded key contributions in the semifinals and final despite a loss to Notre Dame, and 2010, during Michigan's title-winning run with three assists and a +2 rating. In the National Hockey League, Kampfer was a member of the ' 2011 Stanley Cup championship team as a defenseman, appearing in 38 regular-season games and contributing to their playoff success, though his name was not engraved on the Cup due to limited postseason play. On the international stage, Kampfer was selected to represent Team USA at the in , where he served as an alternate captain and tallied four points (1 goal, 3 assists) in four games en route to a .

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  27. https://www.instagram.com/p/DKDojZSvr0E/
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  36. https://www.eliteprospects.com/league/u18-jwc/stats/2005-2006
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  40. https://teamusa.usahockey.com/2022olympicmenroster
  41. https://www.nhl.com/redwings/news/2022-u-s-olympian-and-university-of-michigan-product-recorded-22-point-342015502
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