Eric Staal is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre who most recently played for the Florida Panthers of the National Hockey League (NHL). Currently, he is an unrestricted free agent. Staal was selected second overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft by the Carolina Hurricanes. He has also played for the s, New York Rangers, Minnesota Wild, Buffalo Sabres, and Montreal Canadiens. Staal is a member of the Triple Gold Club, having won the Stanley Cup with the Hurricanes in 2006, and both the 2007 World Championships and the 2010 Winter Olympics with Team Canada.
- 1 Who is Eric Staal?
- 2 What is Eric Staal’s age, height and weight?
- 3 What is Eric Staal’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
- 4 What is Eric Staal’s profession?
- 5 Who are Eric Staal’s Parents?
- 6 Does Eric Staal have siblings?
- 7 Who is Eric Staal married to?
- 8 Does Eric Staal have children?
- 9 What is Eric Staal’s Net Worth?
Who is Eric Staal?
Born Eric Craig Staal on October 29, 1984 in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. He is the oldest of four children birthed to sod farmers Henry and Linda Staal. His siblings are Marc Staal, Jordan Staal, and Jared Staal. All four of Staal’s grandparents are Dutch immigrants.
At age four, Staal started playing hockey while also learning how to operate farming tools. He played in their home ice rink with his younger siblings. While growing, his idols were forwards Joe Sakic and Wayne Gretzky.
Staal’s interest in hockey was evident as a child and his father helped nurtured the craft in him. His father played hockey for the Lakehead Thunderwolves from 1978 to 1983. He took up the jersey number 12 in his teams, same number his father wore when he was playing hockey.
He began playing professionally in the minor leagues for the Thunder Bay Kings organization of the Triple A, leading his Bantam team to an All-Ontario Championship in the 1999–2000 season.
Staal was then selected by the Peterborough Petes in the first round, 13th overall in the 2000 Ontario Hockey League (OHL). To the surprise of many, including his father, Henry who felt he wasn’t ready for the league, Staal finished his first season with 49 points in 63 games. He bettered the points t he following season at 62 points.
After excellent performances season after season, he was selected second overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft by the Carolina Hurricanes just behind Marc-André Fleury who was number one pick.
He made his debut just after being drafted. Staal led the team to the Stanley Cup in 2006, where they won against the Edmonton Oilers, and in that match, Eric scored 28 points. Eric was named captain of the Edmonton Oilers in 2010.
Staal was traded to the New York Rangers by the Hurricanes in 2016; after a couple of months, he joined the Minnesota Wilds and played his 1000th game with the team. Buffalo Sabres, the Montreal Canadiens and the Florida Panthers.
What is Eric Staal’s age, height and weight?
Eric Staal was born on October 29, 1984 in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada to Henry and Linda Staal. Currently, he is 39 years old. He stands at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) and weighs in at 88 kilograms (195 lbs).
What is Eric Staal’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
Eric Staal was born on Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. He is a Canadian citizen and he is white.
What is Eric Staal’s profession?
Eric Staal is a professional ice hockey player. He most recently played for the Florida Panthers but currently an unrestricted free agent.
Who are Eric Staal’s Parents?
Eric Staal’s parents are Henry Staal and Linda Staal.
Does Eric Staal have siblings?
Yes, Eric Staal has three younger siblings, all brothers. They are Marc Staal, Jordan Staal, and Jared Staal. All four of the brothers are professional ice hockey players and they have all had contracts in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Who is Eric Staal married to?
Eric Staal is married to his wife Tanya Staal (nee Van den Broeke).
Does Eric Staal have children?
Yes, Eric Staal has three children with his wife. They are Parker Lucas Staal, Finley Arthur Staal, and Levi John Staal.
What is Eric Staal’s Net Worth?
Eric Staal is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has a net worth of US$38 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
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