PHIL
KESSEL
RW
Ht/Wt
6’0’’,
202 lbs
Shoots
R
Experience
17
years
Debut
Oct 6, 2006
Born
Oct 2, 1987
(36 yrs)
Madison, Wisconsin
Drafted
Drafted from
Minnesota (WCHA)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-08-24 |
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Vegas Golden Knights to a one-year contract.
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| 2019-06-29 |
Acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins
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The Arizona Coyotes acquired winger Phil Kessel, defenseman Dane Birks and a fourth-round draft pick in 2021 from the Pittsburgh Penguins for forward Alex Galchenyuk and defenseman Pierre-Olivier Joseph. |
| 2015-07-01 |
Acquired from the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired winger Phil Kessel, defenseman Tim Erixon, forward Tyler Biggs and a conditional second-round draft pick in 2016 from the Toronto Maple Leafs for forward Nick Spaling, winger Kasperi Kapanen, defenseman Scott Harrington, a conditional first-round draft pick in 2016 (lottery protected) and third-round draft pick in 2016. |
| 2013-10-01 |
Signed by the Toronto Maple Leafs to an eight-year contract extension.
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| 2009-11-03 |
Missed 12 games (shoulder surgery).
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Stanley Cup Stanley Cup | 2016-17 (Pittsburgh), 2015-16 (Pittsburgh) |
| NHL | Bill Masterton Trophy Perseverance | 2006-07 |
| NHL | Played in the NHL YoungStars Game Played in the NHL YoungStars Game | 2006-07 |
| NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2014-15, 2011-12, 2010-11 |
| WCHA | Rookie of the Year Rookie of the Year | 2005-06 |
| WCHA | All-Rookie Team All-Rookie Team | 2005-06 |
| Olympic | Olympic Silver Medal Olympic Silver Medal | 2010 (USA) |
| Olympic | Olympic Tournament All-Star Team Olympic Tournament All-Star Team | 2014 |
| Olympic | Best Forward selected by the tournament directorate | 2014 |
Scouting Report
While not the offensive force in his 30s that he was in his 20s, he can still be productive. He is also one of the most durable hockey players in the history of the game. Has one of the NHL's quickest releases, as well as excellent speed and top-level offensive instincts. Is a very underrated playmaker who has a knack for finding teammates in good scoring position. Will occasionally get himself in trouble by stickhandling too much, and his play without the puck has never been great.
Long Range Potential: Veteran offense-first winger.
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