Tyler Seguin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tyler Seguin
Seguin with the Dallas Stars in December 2013
Born	(1992-01-31) January 31, 1992 (age 33) Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Height	6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
Weight	200 lb (91 kg; 14 st 4 lb)
Position	Forward
Shoots	Right
NHL team Former teams	Dallas Stars Boston Bruins EHC Biel
National team	Canada
NHL Draft	2nd overall, 2010 Boston Bruins
Playing career	2010–present

Tyler Paul Seguin (born January 31, 1992) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He plays as a centre and is an alternate captain for the Dallas Stars in the National Hockey League (NHL).

Seguin grew up in Whitby, Ontario. He started playing hockey in a local league when he was five or six years old. In his junior career with the Plymouth Whalers, he was named the most valuable player (MVP) of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). He also tied for the top scorer award in the 2009–10 season.

After this great season, the Boston Bruins picked Seguin second overall in the 2010 NHL entry draft. He quickly made an impact, winning the Stanley Cup in his very first season! During the 2012–13 NHL lockout, Seguin played in Switzerland for EHC Biel. He then returned to the NHL and played in his second Stanley Cup Finals before joining the Dallas Stars in 2013.

Early Life and Hockey Start

Tyler Seguin was born in Brampton, Ontario, in 1992. His family moved to Whitby when he was young because of his dad's job. Hockey was a big part of his family. His dad, Paul, played college hockey, and his mom, Jackie, played centre when she was a kid. Tyler and his two sisters, Candace and Cassidy, all played hockey. They all played centre, just like their mom!

Tyler started playing hockey in a "house league" when he was about five or six. He loved the sport right away. He played for the Wildcats in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association. When he was 10, his family moved back to Brampton. He then played three seasons with the Toronto Nationals, where he played alongside future NHL star Jeff Skinner. Tyler also went to St. Michael's College School in Toronto for four years. He hoped to play college hockey at the University of Michigan.

Playing Career

Amateur Hockey Success

The Plymouth Whalers of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) chose Seguin in the first round of their 2008 draft. He decided to play for the Whalers instead of going to college. In his first year (2008–09), he started on the fourth line and found it tough at first. But when his coach moved him to a top line, he got much better. He finished that season with 67 points in 61 games.

The 2009–10 season was a huge year for Seguin. He led the OHL in scoring early on, even getting a hat trick (three goals in one game) against the London Knights. He ended the season with an amazing 106 points (48 goals and 58 assists) in 63 games! Even though his team lost in the playoffs, Seguin won the Red Tilson Trophy as the OHL's most outstanding player. He also tied with Taylor Hall for the Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy, which is given to the OHL's top scorer.

Joining the NHL

Before the 2010 NHL entry draft, experts thought Seguin and Taylor Hall were the top two players available. Seguin was known for his speed, while Hall was known for his strength. In the end, the Boston Bruins picked Seguin second overall, and the Edmonton Oilers picked Hall first.

Boston Bruins (2010–2013)

Seguin with the Boston Bruins in November 2010. The 2010–11 season was his first year in the NHL.

Soon after being drafted, Seguin signed a three-year contract with the Bruins. He played his first NHL game on October 9, 2010. The very next day, he scored his first professional goal against the Phoenix Coyotes, helping his team win 3–0.

In his first NHL season (2010–11), Seguin played in the Rookie Skills Competition during the All-Star festivities. He wanted to play like his teammate Patrice Bergeron. During the 2011 playoffs, Seguin got his chance to play in the third round after Bergeron was injured. In his very first playoff game, he scored a goal and an assist! In the next game, he scored two goals and two assists. He was the first teenager since 1989 to get four points in a Stanley Cup playoff game. The Bruins went on to win the Stanley Cup that year, beating the Vancouver Canucks in seven games. Seguin finished his first playoffs with three goals and four assists.

On November 5, 2011, Seguin scored his first NHL hat trick against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He had a great 2011–12 season, leading the Bruins in scoring with 67 points (29 goals, 38 assists) in 81 games. In the 2012 playoffs, he scored an overtime goal in Game 6 against the Washington Capitals, sending the series to a Game 7. However, the Bruins lost in Game 7.

During the 2012–13 NHL lockout, Seguin played for EHC Biel in Switzerland. He did very well, scoring 25 goals and 15 assists in 29 games. He became good friends with fellow NHL star Patrick Kane while playing there. When the NHL season started again in January 2013, Seguin played all 48 games for the Bruins. He scored 16 goals and 16 assists. The Bruins made it to the 2013 Stanley Cup Finals, but they lost to the Chicago Blackhawks.

Dallas Stars (2013–present)

Seguin signing autographs at the Galleria Dallas in September 2014.

On July 4, 2013, Seguin was traded to the Dallas Stars. This was a big trade involving seven players. There were some rumors that the Bruins were concerned about Seguin's focus and preparation. The Stars' general manager said the trade was not just about his on-ice performance, but also about "focus" and "preparing to play."

In the 2013–14 NHL season, Seguin quickly became good friends with Stars captain Jamie Benn. They played very well together. On November 14, 2013, Seguin had his first four-point game, scoring two goals and two assists against the Calgary Flames. He finished the season with 37 goals, 47 assists, and 84 points, leading his team in all three areas. He was also nominated for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, which is given for leadership and helping the community. His great play helped the Stars make the playoffs for the first time since 2008.

On October 28, 2014, Seguin scored his 100th NHL goal. In the 2015–16 Dallas Stars season, he reached 30 goals for the third year in a row. He finished that season with 33 goals and 40 assists.

On November 24, 2017, Seguin scored his 200th NHL goal. He was chosen for the NHL All-Star Game five times between 2012 and 2018. In the 2017–18 Dallas Stars season, he played all 82 games and scored a career-high 40 goals, along with 38 assists. He was only the third player in Stars history to score 40 goals in a season.

On September 13, 2018, Seguin signed a long-term contract extension with the Stars. In the 2018-19 NHL season, he again played all 82 games and led his team in goals (33), assists (47), and points (80). His 47 assists tied his personal best.

In March 2020, Seguin injured his leg. He played through the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs, where the Stars made it to the 2020 Stanley Cup Finals but lost. After the playoffs, it was found that he had a serious hip injury. He had surgery in November 2020 and spent several months recovering.

Seguin returned to play on May 3, 2021, and even scored a goal in his first game back. On March 22, 2022, he scored his 300th NHL goal. In December 2024, it was announced that Seguin would need another hip surgery, which would keep him out of the game for several months.

International Play

Medal record
Representing Canada
Ice hockey
World Championships
Gold	2015 Czech Republic
Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament
Gold	2009 Slovakia
Spengler Cup
Gold	2012 Spengler Cup
Representing  Ontario
World U-17 Hockey Challenge
Gold	2009 British Columbia

Seguin has played for Canada in several international hockey tournaments. His first was the 2009 World U-17 Hockey Challenge, where he played for Team Ontario. He led the tournament with eight assists and helped his team win the gold medal.

He also played for Canada at the 2009 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament in the Czech Republic. He was the top scorer for his team with ten points, and Canada won the gold medal. In 2015, he was part of the Canadian team that won the gold medal at the World Hockey Championships.

Personal Life

When he was a child, Seguin wore jersey number 9. When he joined the NHL, he chose number 19 to honor his favorite player, Steve Yzerman. When he was traded to Dallas, number 19 was already retired for Bill Masterton. So, Seguin flipped the numbers and now wears number 91.

Seguin has appeared in commercials for brands like Dunkin Donuts and Adidas. In 2014, he bought the Dallas home of former Stars legend Mike Modano. In 2017, he had a small role in the movie Goon: Last of the Enforcers.

Tyler Seguin married Kate Kirchof in July 2023. In July 2024, they announced that they are expecting their first child in January 2025.

Helping the Community

Seguin's Stars logo

After one of his best friends had a serious spinal cord injury in 2012, Seguin started "Seguin's Stars" in July 2013 when he moved to Dallas. For every Stars home game, Seguin gives a special luxury suite, with food and drinks, to people with spinal cord injuries. Seguin's Stars also works with the Dallas Stars Foundation to help organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters. After each game, Seguin meets his special guests for autographs and pictures, often bringing other players along.

Career Statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International

Year	Team	Event	Result		GP	G	A	Pts	PIM
2009	Canada Ontario	U17			6	3	8	11	8
2009	Canada	IH18			4	4	6	10	6
2015	Canada	WC			10	9	0	9	2
Junior totals					10	7	14	21	14
Senior totals					10	9	0	9	2

Awards and Honours