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He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2024.
15 Interesting Facts About Jeremy Roenick
Jeremy Roenick was a dynamic American center who amassed over 1,200 points and 500 goals in a 20-season NHL career, earning induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Position
Center
Jersey
#97
Status
Retired
Teams
7
Facts
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He is one of only three American-born players to score 500 career goals.
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He played in nine NHL All-Star Games during his career.
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He concluded his career with over 1,200 points in the NHL.
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He represented the United States in multiple international tournaments, including the Winter Olympics.
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He once broke his jaw in 19 places after being hit by an errant slapshot.
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He scored his 1,000th NHL point in a game against the Ottawa Senators.
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He holds an NHL Skills Competition record for shooting accuracy, hitting 4 out of 4 targets.
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He became the first player in NHL history to wear jersey number 97.
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He played for the Hull Olympiques in the QMJHL before joining the NHL.
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He won the Bobby Clarke Trophy as team MVP for the Philadelphia Flyers in his first season with them.
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During his youth, he played in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament.
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He scored his 500th career goal against his former team, the Phoenix Coyotes, with an unassisted mark from center ice.
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He recorded his 700th career assist by setting up a goal by Jonathan Cheechoo.
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He was once involved in a famous war of words with goaltender Patrick Roy.
About Jeremy Roenick
Jeremy Roenick was an American forward known for his dynamic play and outspoken personality throughout his twenty-season NHL career. Drafted 8th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks, he became one of only three American-born players to score 500 career goals, finishing with 1,216 points. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2024, cementing his legacy as a prolific scorer and fan favorite.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee
2024
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500 Career NHL Goals
2007
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Played in 9 NHL All-Star Games
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Olympic Silver Medal
2002
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1,000 Career NHL Points
2002
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about Jeremy Roenick.
Player Info
Country: United States
Position: Center
Jersey #: 97
Status: Retired
Age: 55 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 6' 1" (185 cm)
Weight: 201 lbs (91 kg)
Born: Boston, Massachusetts
Career Stats
Seasons: 20
Goals: 513
Assists: 703
Points: 1216
Teams: 7
Drafted: 1988
Round: 1st
Hall of Fame: ✓ Inducted
Teams & Career
Chicago Blackhawks Kölner Haie Phoenix Coyotes Philadelphia Flyers Los Angeles Kings Phoenix Coyotes San Jose Sharks
Jeremy Roenick played for 7 different teams during his 20 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in 1988.