John Tavares
Date of Birth: September 20, 1990
Birthplace: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Position: Center
Shoots: Left
NHL Debut: 2009
Draft Information: Drafted by the New York Islanders 1st overall in the 1st round of the 2009 NHL Draft.
Playing Style: John Tavares is a skilled and cerebral two-way center known for his elite puck control, quick release, and ability to find soft spots in defensive coverage. While not the flashiest skater, he excels in high-traffic areas and is among the NHL's best net-front scorers. A natural leader and high-IQ player, Tavares thrives in clutch situations and on the power play.
✔️ Some of John’s past sticks: CCM Ribcor Trigger 8 Pro, CCM Tacks XF Pro
✔️ Some of John’s past skates: CCM JetSpeed FT6 Pro, CCM Tacks XF Pro
Career Highlights and Achievements
🏆 Stanley Cup Championships: None (as of 2025)
🏆 All-Star Appearances: 6 (2012, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020)
🏆 Major Awards and Recognitions:
- NHL Second All-Star Team: 2015
- Captain of the New York Islanders (2013–2018)
- Captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs (2019–present)
- World Cup of Hockey Champion: 2016 with Team Canada
- Olympic Gold Medalist: 2014 (Team Canada – Sochi)
- Scored 47 goals and 88 points in the 2018–19 season (career highs)
🏆 Milestones:
- Scored his first NHL goal on October 3, 2009, in his debut game
- Reached 1,000 career NHL points in 2024
- Over 450 career goals and 1,100 games played
- First Maple Leafs player since 1993 to score 40+ goals in a season (2018–19)
- Noted for being one of the most consistent centers in the league since his debut
