Marián Hossa facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Marián Hossa
Hockey Hall of Fame, 2020
Hossa in August 2013
Born	(1979-01-12) 12 January 1979 (age 46) Stará Ľubovňa, Czechoslovakia
Height	6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
Weight	210 lb (95 kg; 15 st 0 lb)
Position	Right wing
Shot	Left
Played for	Dukla Trenčín Ottawa Senators Mora IK Atlanta Thrashers Pittsburgh Penguins Detroit Red Wings Chicago Blackhawks
National team	Slovakia
NHL Draft	12th overall, 1997 Ottawa Senators
Playing career	1996–2017

Marián Hossa (born 12 January 1979) is a Slovak former professional ice hockey player. He played as a right winger.

Hossa was chosen by the Ottawa Senators in the first round of the 1997 NHL Entry Draft. He was the 12th player picked overall. After playing seven seasons with the Senators, he joined other teams. These included the Atlanta Thrashers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Detroit Red Wings, and Chicago Blackhawks.

During his career, Hossa played in five NHL All-Star Games. He also reached the Stanley Cup Finals three times in a row with three different teams. He finally won the Stanley Cup in 2010 with the Chicago Blackhawks. He won two more Stanley Cups with Chicago in 2013 and 2015.

Marián Hossa's playing career ended early in 2017. He announced he had a skin condition that was getting worse. His contract was later traded to the Arizona Coyotes in 2018. He officially retired from hockey in 2022.

Over his 19 years in the NHL, Hossa scored 525 goals and made 609 assists. This gave him a total of 1,134 points in 1,309 regular-season games. He was the 44th player in NHL history to score 500 goals. He was also the 80th player to reach 1,000 points. In 2020, he was chosen for the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Playing Career Highlights

Starting in Ottawa (1998–2004)

Marián Hossa was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in 1997. He came from Dukla Trenčín in Slovakia. He also played for the Portland Winterhawks in the Western Hockey League (WHL).

In the 1997–98 season, Hossa scored 45 goals and 40 assists for 85 points. He won the Jim Piggott Memorial Trophy as the WHL's best rookie. He helped the Winterhawks win the President's Cup. They also won the 1998 Memorial Cup championship. Hossa was named to the Memorial Cup All-Star team.

Hossa joined the Senators for his first full NHL season in 1998–99. He scored 15 goals and 15 assists for 30 points. He was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team.

In 1999–2000, Hossa improved to 29 goals and 56 points. During a game, he accidentally hit Toronto Maple Leafs player Bryan Berard with his stick. Berard suffered a serious eye injury. Hossa was very sorry and visited Berard in the hospital.

Hossa continued to play well, scoring 32 goals and 75 points in 2000–01. He played in his first NHL All-Star Game.

In 2002–03, Hossa had his best season yet with 45 goals and 80 points. He played in his second All-Star Game. He helped the Senators reach the Eastern Conference Finals. They lost in seven games to the New Jersey Devils. Hossa led his team with 16 points in the playoffs.

The next season, he led the Senators in scoring again with 82 points.

Playing in Europe (2004–2005)

Because of an NHL lockout, Hossa played in Europe during the 2004–05 season. He played for Mora IK in Sweden with his younger brother Marcel. He also played for his old team, Dukla Trenčín, in Slovakia.

Atlanta Thrashers (2005–2008)

Hossa while a member of the Atlanta Thrashers in January 2006

In 2005–06, Hossa was traded to the Atlanta Thrashers. He joined star player Ilya Kovalchuk. In his first season with the Thrashers, Hossa scored 39 goals and 53 assists for 92 points. This was his new personal best.

In the 2006–07 season, Hossa made history for the Thrashers. He was the first player to score 100 points in one season. He finished with 43 goals and 57 assists. He was named to his third All-Star Game. The Thrashers made the playoffs for the first time. However, they were eliminated in the first round.

Pittsburgh Penguins (2008)

Hossa with the Pittsburgh Penguins in February 2008

In 2007–08, Hossa was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins. This happened at the trade deadline in February 2008. He joined a strong team with stars like Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby. Hossa played in his fourth All-Star Game that year.

Hossa helped the Penguins reach the 2008 Stanley Cup Finals. He scored important goals, including an overtime winner in the playoffs. The Penguins played against the Detroit Red Wings in the Final. Hossa scored a goal in the final game, but the Penguins lost 3–2. He finished third in playoff scoring with 26 points. This performance helped him gain a reputation as a strong playoff player.

Detroit Red Wings (2008–2009)

Hossa with the Detroit Red Wings in May 2009

On 1 July 2008, Hossa signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings. He said he chose the Red Wings because he wanted a better chance to win the Stanley Cup. He wore number 81 with Detroit. On 18 October, he scored his 300th career goal.

Hossa finished the season with 40 goals. This was his third time scoring 40 goals in a season.

The Red Wings were trying to win the Stanley Cup again in 2009. Hossa faced his old team, the Pittsburgh Penguins, in the Final. This was the second year in a row these two teams met for the Cup. Hossa lost to his former team in game seven. He said he did not regret leaving the Penguins. He finished the 2009 playoffs with 15 points.

Chicago Blackhawks (2009–2017)

Hossa with the Chicago Blackhawks in November 2009

On 1 July 2009, Hossa signed a 12-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks. This was a very big deal for the team. Hossa had shoulder surgery and missed the first eight weeks of the 2009–10 season. He made his debut for the Blackhawks on 25 November 2009, scoring two goals.

In the 2010 playoffs, Hossa scored a game-winning goal in overtime against the Nashville Predators. This sent the Blackhawks to the 2010 Stanley Cup Finals. This was Hossa's third straight trip to the Final with a third different team. Fans and media joked about a "Hossa Curse" because he kept reaching the Final but not winning.

On 9 June 2010, Hossa finally won his first Stanley Cup! The Blackhawks defeated the Philadelphia Flyers in six games. Chicago captain Jonathan Toews handed the Cup to Hossa first. Hossa was the first player in NHL history to go to the Finals three years in a row with three different teams.

In 2011–12, Hossa was chosen for the 2012 All-Star Game. On 20 March 2012, he scored his 900th NHL career point. During the 2012 playoffs, he was hit by Raffi Torres of the Phoenix Coyotes. Hossa was taken off the ice on a stretcher but recovered.

Hossa recovered in time for the 2012–13 season. He played 40 games and helped the Blackhawks win the Presidents' Trophy. He then scored 16 points in the 2013 playoffs. The Blackhawks defeated the Boston Bruins to win the Stanley Cup. This was Hossa's second Stanley Cup.

Hossa with the Stanley Cup in June 2015

On 30 October 2014, Hossa scored his 1,000th career point. He became the 80th player in NHL history to reach this milestone. On 15 June 2015, Hossa and the Blackhawks won the Cup for the third time. They defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Finals.

In 2016–17, Hossa scored his 500th career NHL goal on 18 October 2016. He was the second Slovak-born player to score 500 goals. He finished the season with 26 goals and 45 points.

Retirement from Hockey

Before the 2017–18 season, the Blackhawks announced that Hossa had a skin condition called eczema. He would miss the entire season for treatment. In May 2018, Hossa said he could no longer play professional hockey because of his condition. He felt he could have played a few more years if not for his health.

The Chicago Blackhawks traded Hossa's contract to the Arizona Coyotes.

On 24 June 2020, Hossa was chosen for the Hockey Hall of Fame. He is the third Slovak-born player to be inducted.

Hossa signed a special one-day contract on 7 April 2022. This allowed him to officially retire as a Blackhawk. The Blackhawks retired his jersey number 81 on 20 November 2022.

Hossa played in one final fun game on 18 August 2023. Many of his former teammates and friends joined him in his hometown, Trenčín.

International Play

Marián Hossa played for Slovakia in many international tournaments.

He played in two World Junior Championships in 1997 and 1998. He also played in seven World Championships. Even with strong performances, Slovakia did not win a medal in these tournaments.

Hossa made his Olympics debut at the 2002 Games in Salt Lake City. He scored six points in two games. In the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, he had ten points in six games. Slovakia did not win a medal.

During the 2010 Winter Olympics, Hossa scored a tying goal against Russia. In the bronze medal game, Slovakia lost to Finland and finished 4th.

Hossa also played for Slovakia in the 2004 World Cup of Hockey and the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. In 2016, he played for Team Europe at the World Cup of Hockey.

Personal Life

Marián Hossa was born in Stará Ľubovňa, Czechoslovakia. His father, František Hossa, was also a professional hockey player. Marián's younger brother, Marcel Hossa, was also drafted into the NHL. Both brothers played together for Mora IK in Sweden during the 2004–05 NHL lockout. They also played together on the Slovak national team.

Marián Hossa grew up with other famous hockey players like Marián Gáborík and Zdeno Chára in Trenčín. They remained close friends. In 2015, Trenčín honored them by naming three streets after each player. Marián's father coached his sons on the Slovak national team.

In July 2010, Hossa married his long-time girlfriend in his hometown. They have three daughters.

Hossa also owns a company called Hoss Corp in Trenčín, Slovakia. It includes a non-profit organization called Hoss Heroes. This group helps the community, especially young athletes. The Hoss Sports Center offers activities like a golf course, tennis courts, and a beach area.

Hossa's autobiography, Marián Hossa: My Journey from Trencín to the Hall of Fame, was released in November 2022.

Career Statistics

Regular Season and Playoffs

International Play Statistics

Awards and Honors

WHL and CHL Awards

NHL Awards

Images for kids

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  Marián Hossa at the 2010 Winter Olympics, where Slovakia finished fourth

See also

• Notable families in the NHL
• Slovaks in the NHL
• List of NHL players with 500 goals