Bobby Ryan facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Bobby Ryan
Ryan with the Ottawa Senators in 2017
Born	(1987-03-17) March 17, 1987 (age 38) Cherry Hill, New Jersey, U.S.
Height	6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
Weight	207 lb (94 kg; 14 st 11 lb)
Position	Right wing
Shot	Right
Played for	Anaheim Ducks Ottawa Senators Detroit Red Wings
National team	United States
NHL Draft	2nd overall, 2005 Mighty Ducks of Anaheim
Playing career	2007–2021
Medal record Ice hockey Representing  United States Winter Olympics Silver 2010 Vancouver

Robert Shane Ryan (born March 17, 1987) is an American former professional ice hockey player. He played as a winger. Bobby Ryan played for three teams in the National Hockey League (NHL). These teams were the Anaheim Ducks, Ottawa Senators, and Detroit Red Wings. He was chosen second overall by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.

Ryan played for six seasons with the Ducks. He was then traded to the Senators in 2013. He also played one season with Detroit in 2020–21. He proudly represented the United States in international hockey, including the Olympics.

Playing Career Highlights

Junior Hockey Journey

Bobby Ryan started his hockey journey by winning national championships. He played with his minor hockey team, the Los Angeles Junior Kings. He then joined the Owen Sound Attack in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). Even though he first said he wouldn't play major junior hockey, he was picked seventh overall in the 2003 OHL Draft.

He decided to play for the Attack and had a great first season. He scored 39 points in 2003–04. The next season, he improved a lot, getting 89 points. Because of his strong play, the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim drafted him second overall in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.

Professional Hockey Debut

Bobby Ryan finished his OHL career after the 2006–07 season. He then joined the Portland Pirates in the American Hockey League (AHL). He started the 2007–08 season with the Ducks. He scored his first NHL goal in his very first game. This game was against the Los Angeles Kings in London, England.

Ryan was sent back to Portland for a while. He was called back up to the Ducks on March 7, 2008. This happened when a teammate, Corey Perry, was injured.

Anaheim Ducks Years

Ryan with the Iowa Chops in November 2008

In the 2008–09 season, Ryan again made the Ducks' opening roster. He was later sent to the Iowa Chops, the Ducks' AHL team, due to team salary rules. He was called back up during the season. On January 8, 2009, he scored his first hat trick in the NHL. This was a special moment for him. He became the first rookie in Ducks history to score a hat trick. It was also the fastest hat trick in the team's 15-year history.

On March 22, 2009, Ryan broke a team record. He got his 46th point, passing Dustin Penner for the most points by a rookie. On April 22, 2009, Ryan was named a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy. This award goes to the best rookie in the NHL.

Ryan battling for the puck with Christian Ehrhoff during a 2007 game

Before the 2010–11 season, the Ducks signed Ryan to a five-year contract. On December 12, during a game, something funny happened. A player from the Minnesota Wild, Mikko Koivu, accidentally took Ryan's stick. Ryan then picked up Koivu's stick and scored a goal with it! This play was later called one of the "Top 10 NHL Oddities."

Ryan with the Ducks in 2012

On November 24, 2012, Ryan played in a charity hockey game. It was called Operation Hat Trick. The game was held to raise money for people affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Ottawa Senators Chapter

On July 5, 2013, Bobby Ryan joined the Ottawa Senators. He was traded for other players and a draft pick. In his first season with the Senators, he scored 23 goals. His season was cut short by an injury. He had surgery in March 2014 to fix a sports hernia.

On October 2, 2014, the Senators signed Ryan to a new seven-year contract. This deal kept him with the team until the 2021–22 season. Ryan was then chosen to play in his first NHL All-Star Game. This happened on January 25, 2015, in Columbus, Ohio.

Ryan faced some challenges during the 2016–17 regular season. He scored 25 points in 62 games and dealt with injuries. However, he played a big role in the 2017 Stanley Cup playoffs. He scored four goals in six games against the Boston Bruins. This helped the Senators move on to the next round. He finished the playoffs with six goals and nine assists. The Senators were eliminated in a close game seven of the Eastern Conference Finals.

In the 2019–20 season, Ryan took a break from hockey. He returned to play on February 25, 2020. In his first home game back, he scored his fifth career hat trick. On September 7, Ryan received the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. This award is given for perseverance and dedication to hockey.

On September 25, 2020, Ryan's contract with the Senators was bought out. This made him a free agent for the first time.

Detroit Red Wings Experience

On October 9, 2020, Bobby Ryan signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings. He scored his first goal for the Red Wings on January 16, 2021. This helped his team win 4-2 against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Ryan was offered a chance to try out for the Red Wings in 2021. However, he was released at the end of the training camp. He did not officially retire from professional hockey at that time.

International Play for Team USA

Bobby Ryan played for the United States at the 2006 World Junior Championships. The team finished in fourth place.

Four years later, Ryan was chosen for Team USA for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. He scored the first goal for the U.S. in their opening game. Team USA won a silver medal after a close game against Canada. Ryan scored one goal and one assist in the tournament.

In 2014, Ryan was not chosen for the U.S. Olympic Hockey Team. This decision caused some discussion, especially because he had been playing very well.

Personal Life

Bobby Ryan was born Robert Shane Stevenson, Jr. in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. He grew up in Collingswood. His family later moved to El Segundo, California. This move helped Ryan play in a top youth hockey program.

Ryan played in the 2001 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament. He was part of the Los Angeles Junior Kings minor ice hockey team.

In December 2022, Ryan became a co-host for a Senators-based podcast called 'Coming in Hot'. In April 2024, Ryan and the podcast decided to part ways.

Career Statistics

Regular Season and Playoffs

International Play Statistics

Year	Team	Event	Result		GP	G	A	Pts	PIM
2006	United States	WJC	4th		7	3	4	7	0
2010	United States	OG			6	1	1	2	2
2012	United States	WC	7th		8	5	2	7	0
Junior totals					7	3	4	7	0
Senior totals					14	6	3	9	2

Awards and Honors