15 Interesting Facts About Shane Doan

A beloved captain and franchise icon, he spent his entire 21-season NHL career with the Coyotes organization, setting multiple team records and earning international gold with Team Canada.

Position
Right wing
Jersey
#19
Status
Retired
Teams
3
Facts
15
1

He spent his entire 21-season NHL career with the same franchise, beginning with the original Winnipeg Jets.

2

He served as captain for the Coyotes from 2003 to 2017, making him the longest-serving NHL captain until his retirement.

3

His jersey number 19 was retired by the Coyotes, making him the first and only player to have his number officially retired by the team.

4

He holds the franchise record for career goals, assists, and points for the Jets/Coyotes organization.

5

He was the last remaining player active in the NHL from the original Winnipeg Jets franchise before his retirement.

6

He won two Memorial Cups with the Kamloops Blazers in 1994 and 1995 during his junior career.

7

He won two gold medals with Team Canada at the World Championships in 2003 and 2007.

8

He was drafted seventh overall by the Winnipeg Jets in the first round of the 1995 NHL Entry Draft.

9

He led the Phoenix Coyotes in scoring in every season between 2003 and 2011.

10

He was selected to play in the NHL All-Star Game twice during his career, in 2004 and 2009.

11

He won the King Clancy Memorial Trophy in 2010 for his leadership and humanitarian contributions.

12

He scored his first NHL goal against Ed Belfour of the Chicago Blackhawks.

13

He scored his first NHL hat-trick in his 1,161st NHL game on January 7, 2012.

14

He was suspended for three games in 2010 for a hit, which marked the first suspension of his professional career.

15

He writes the Bible verse Romans 8:28 on his hockey sticks, reflecting his Christian faith.

About Shane Doan

A true franchise player, he spent his entire 21-season NHL career with the Winnipeg Jets/Phoenix/Arizona Coyotes organization, serving as captain for 14 years. Known for his leadership and consistent scoring, he holds numerous franchise records and achieved international success with Team Canada, winning two World Championship gold medals and a World Cup.

Career Achievements & Milestones

Memorial Cup Champion

1994, 1995

Stafford Smythe Memorial Trophy

1995

World Cup Champion

2004

King Clancy Memorial Trophy

2010

Mark Messier Leadership Award

2012

Player Information & Stats

Detailed career statistics and background information about Shane Doan.

Player Info

Country: Canada
Position: Right wing
Jersey #: 19
Status: Retired
Age: 49 years old

Physical Stats

Height: 6' 1" (185 cm)
Weight: 223 lbs (101 kg)
Born: Halkirk, Alberta

Career Stats

Seasons: 21
Goals: 402
Assists: 570
Points: 972
Teams: 3
Drafted: 1995
Round: 1st

Teams & Career

Winnipeg Jets Phoenix Coyotes Arizona Coyotes

Shane Doan played for 3 different teams during his 21 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Winnipeg Jets in 1995.