Jonathan Toews facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jonathan Toews OM
Toews with the Chicago Blackhawks in December 2014
Born	(1988-04-29) April 29, 1988 (age 37) Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Height	6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
Weight	201 lb (91 kg; 14 st 5 lb)
Position	Centre
Shoots	Left
NHL team Former teams	Winnipeg Jets Chicago Blackhawks
National team	Canada
NHL Draft	3rd overall, 2006 Chicago Blackhawks
Playing career	2007–present

Jonathan Bryan Toews (born April 29, 1988) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He plays as a centre for the Winnipeg Jets in the National Hockey League (NHL). Before joining the Jets, he was the captain of the Chicago Blackhawks from 2008 to 2023.

Toews is sometimes called "Captain Serious" because of his focused playing style. The Blackhawks chose him as the third overall pick in the 2006 NHL entry draft. He started playing for the team in the 2007–08 season and was nominated for the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best rookie. The next season, he became team captain, making him one of the youngest captains in NHL history at the time.

He helped the Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup three times: in 2010, 2013, and 2015. In 2010, he also won the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player in the playoffs. After winning the 2010 Stanley Cup, Toews became the youngest player to join the Triple Gold Club. This special club includes players who have won an Olympic gold medal, a World Championship, and the Stanley Cup.

Toews has also played for Canada's national teams. He won gold medals at the 2005 World U-17 Hockey Challenge, the 2006 and 2007 World Junior Championships, and the 2007 World Championships. He also won gold at the 2010 and 2014 Winter Olympics. In 2017, he was named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players.

Early Life and Family

Jonathan Toews was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. His father, Bryan Toews, worked as an electrician, and his mother, Andrée Gilbert, worked in finance. Jonathan speaks both French and English fluently.

His brother, David, also played hockey and attended the same school, Shattuck-Saint Mary's.

Playing Career

Starting in Amateur Hockey

Toews was a top pick in the 2003 WHL Bantam Draft, but he decided to play for Shattuck-Saint Mary's, a special school in Minnesota. This choice allowed him to keep his eligibility to play college ice hockey in the NCAA. He scored many points in his two seasons there.

After high school, Toews played two seasons for the University of North Dakota. He scored 85 points in 76 games and helped his team reach the NCAA Frozen Four in both 2006 and 2007. He was an alternate captain in his second year.

Before the 2006 NHL entry draft, Toews was ranked as one of the best young players. The Chicago Blackhawks chose him third overall.

Time with the Chicago Blackhawks (2007–2023)

Early Seasons and Becoming Captain

Toews in April 2009

In 2007–08, Toews decided to join the Blackhawks instead of finishing college. He scored his first NHL goal in his very first game on October 10, 2007. He also had a point in each of his first ten games, which was one of the longest streaks to start an NHL career. Even though he missed some games due to a knee injury, he was a top rookie. He and teammate Patrick Kane were both nominated for the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best rookie.

After his great first year, Toews was named team captain of the Blackhawks on July 18, 2008. He was only 20 years old, making him one of the youngest captains in NHL history at the time. In the 2008–09 season, he was voted to start in the 2009 NHL All-Star Game. He scored his first career hat-trick (three goals in one game) in February 2009. Toews finished that season with 69 points and helped the Blackhawks reach the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time in seven years.

Winning the Stanley Cup

In the 2009–10 season, Toews was briefly sidelined with a head injury. He later signed a new contract with the Blackhawks. On March 5, 2010, he got his 100th NHL assist. Toews finished the season with 68 points.

During the 2010 playoffs, Toews scored his second career hat-trick. On June 9, he led Chicago to win their first Stanley Cup since 1961. He became the second-youngest captain to win the Cup. Toews had 29 points in the playoffs and won the Conn Smythe Trophy as the playoff MVP. By winning the Stanley Cup, he also became the youngest player to join the Triple Gold Club.

Toews was chosen to be on the cover of the video game NHL 11 in 2010.

In the 2010–11 season, Toews had a career-high 76 points. The Blackhawks barely made it to the 2011 playoffs. They faced the Vancouver Canucks and were down 3-0 in the series but fought back to force a Game 7. Toews scored a key goal in Game 7 to tie the game late, but the Blackhawks eventually lost. He was also a finalist for the Frank J. Selke Trophy as the best defensive forward.

Toews during a Blackhawks practice in December 2011

Toews missed some games in the 2011–12 season due to an injury. He returned for the 2012 playoffs.

In the 2012–13 season, which was shorter due to a lockout, Toews played very well. He helped the Blackhawks win the Presidents' Trophy for having the best record in the regular season. In the 2013 playoffs, Toews led the Blackhawks to another Stanley Cup victory against the Boston Bruins. He also won the Frank J. Selke Trophy as the league's top defensive forward.

Toews scored another hat-trick in October 2013. The 2013–14 season was another strong year for him, with 68 points. The Blackhawks made it to the Western Conference Final in the 2014 playoffs. Toews was again a finalist for the Selke Trophy.

In July 2014, Toews and teammate Patrick Kane signed long-term contract extensions with the Blackhawks. During the 2015 playoffs, Toews scored two goals in Game 7 of the Western Conference Final to help his team win. In the Finals, Toews led the Blackhawks to their third Stanley Cup in six seasons. He also won the Mark Messier Leadership Award for his leadership and community work. Toews was also featured on the cover of NHL 16.

Toews was chosen for the 2016 All-Star Game but missed it due to illness. He also missed some games in the 2016–17 season due to a back injury.

Later Career and Health Challenges

Toews's points total went down in the 2017–18 season, and the Blackhawks missed the playoffs for the first time in ten years.

In the 2018 off-season, Toews changed his training and diet. He had a great 2018–19 season, scoring a career-high 81 points.

He played in all 70 games during the 2019–20 season, which ended early because of the COVID-19 pandemic. He also led his team in points during the 2020 playoffs.

Before the 2020–21 season, the Blackhawks announced that Toews would be out indefinitely due to an illness. He missed the entire season. In June 2021, he shared that he was diagnosed with chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) and planned to return for the 2021–22 season.

Toews (left) battling with Justin Schultz in April 2023

Toews played his 1,000th NHL game on March 31, 2022. He played 71 games that season.

In the 2022–23 season, Toews started strong but then missed several weeks due to his health. He announced in February 2023 that he was still dealing with symptoms of long COVID and CIRS. He returned to play in April. On April 13, the Blackhawks announced they would not re-sign Toews after his contract ended.

On August 17, 2023, Toews said he was not retiring but would sit out the 2023–24 season to focus on his health. In March 2025, he confirmed he planned to return for the 2025–26 season.

Joining the Winnipeg Jets (2025–present)

On June 20, 2025, the Winnipeg Jets, Toews's hometown team, announced that he would be joining them for the 2025–26 season on a one-year contract.

International Play

Toews with the Canadian national men's hockey team in the 2010 Winter Olympics
Medal record
Men's ice hockey
Representing  Canada
Winter Olympics
Gold	2010 Vancouver
Gold	2014 Sochi
World Championships
Gold	2007 Russia
Silver	2008 Canada
Canada Cup / World Cup
Gold	2016 Toronto
World Junior Championships
Gold	2006 Canada
Gold	2007 Sweden
Representing Canada West
World U-17 Hockey Challenge
Gold	2005 Alberta

In 2005, Toews was captain of Canada West at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge and won a gold medal. He scored the winning goal in the championship game and was named the tournament's MVP.

He played for Canada's junior team at the 2006 World Junior Championships, being the youngest player on the team. Canada won the gold medal.

In 2007, Toews won his second straight World Junior gold medal. He led Canada in scoring and was named to the Tournament All-Star team.

Toews guards the puck from Ryan Suter during the 2010 Winter Olympics.

That same year, Toews also played for Canada's senior team at the 2007 World Championships and won gold. This made him the first Canadian to win both a World Junior championship and a World Championship in the same year.

In 2008, Toews competed in his second World Championships, where Canada won the silver medal.

Toews was chosen to play for Canada at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. He led the team with eight points and was named Best Forward and to the tournament all-star team. His goal opened the scoring in Canada's gold medal win against the United States. At the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, he scored the first goal in the gold medal game against Sweden, helping Canada win its second straight Olympic gold.

Personal Life

In 2010, after Toews won the Stanley Cup, his hometown of Winnipeg honored him. The Province of Manitoba named a northern lake after him, called Toews Lake. The community center where he first played hockey was also renamed the Jonathan Toews Community Centre. He was also given the Keys to the City.

Jonathan Toews is not related to fellow Canadian hockey player Devon Toews.

Career Statistics

Regular Season and Playoffs

Bold indicates led league

International

Year	Team	Event	Result		GP	G	A	Pts	PIM
2005	Canada West	U17			6	8	4	12	2
2005	Canada	U18			5	5	3	8	0
2006	Canada	WJC			6	0	2	2	2
2007	Canada	WJC			6	4	3	7	12
2007	Canada	WC			9	2	5	7	6
2008	Canada	WC			9	2	3	5	8
2010	Canada	OG			7	1	7	8	2
2014	Canada	OG			6	1	2	3	0
2016	Canada	WCH			6	3	2	5	0
Junior totals					23	17	12	29	16
Senior totals					37	9	19	28	16

Awards and Honours

Toews holds onto the Conn Smythe Trophy, awarded to him after the Stanley Cup Finals; as his teammate, Patrick Kane, hoists the Stanley Cup during the 2010 Stanley Cup victory parade

Toews hoists the Stanley Cup during the 2013 Stanley Cup victory parade

Toews hoists the Stanley Cup during the 2015 Stanley Cup victory rally

Other Achievements

• Second-youngest player to win the Conn Smythe Trophy.
• Youngest player to join the Triple Gold Club.
• Became a full NHL captain after only 64 NHL games.
• One of only eight players to win Olympic gold and the Stanley Cup in the same year.
• Won the ESPY Best NHL Player in 2015.
• Named on the 100 Greatest NHL Players list for the NHL's 100th anniversary.
• Featured on the cover of the video games NHL 11 and NHL 16.

Images for kids

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  Toews with the Chicago Blackhawks in December 2014

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  Toews holds onto the Conn Smythe Trophy; as his teammate, Patrick Kane, hoists the Stanley Cup during the 2010 Stanley Cup victory parade

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  Toews hoists the Stanley Cup during the 2013 Stanley Cup victory parade

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  Toews hoists the Stanley Cup during the 2015 Stanley Cup victory rally

See also

In Spanish: Jonathan Toews para niños