Eric Staal’s Biography, Age, Career, Net Worth & more

Canadian-born Eric Staal is an unrestricted free agent who currently plays center ice hockey for the Florida Panthers. In the NHL Entry Draft of 2003, the Carolina Hurricanes selected him second overall. With victories with the Hurricanes in 2006, Team Canada in the 2010 Winter Olympics, and the World Championships in 2007, Staal is a member of the Triple Gold Club.

Eric Staal Biography

Born to sod farmers Henry and Linda Staal, Eric Craig Staal is the eldest of their four children. Marc, Jordan, and Jared Staal are his siblings. Eric Craig Staal, born October 29, 1984, is a Canadian professional ice hockey center who is an unrestricted free agent. He has played for various teams, including the Florida Panthers, Carolina Hurricanes, New York Rangers, Minnesota Wild, Buffalo Sabres, and Montreal Canadiens. Staal is the oldest of the Staal brothers and is a member of the Triple Gold Club, having won the Stanley Cup with the Hurricanes in 2006.

He began playing hockey at the age of four. Together with his younger brothers, he played on their home ice rink. Forwards Joe Sakic and Wayne Gretzky were his inspirations as a child.

His interest in hockey was evident as a child and his father helped nurture 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, the 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 the 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 the 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.

Eric Staal Age

Born on October 29, 1984, hence he is 39 years old.

Eric Staal Height and Weight

He stands at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) and weighs in at 88 kilograms (195 lbs).

 Eric Staal Nationality and Ethnicity

Eric Staal was born in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. He is a Canadian citizen and he is white.

Eric Staal Career

Eric Staal is a professional ice hockey player. He most recently played for the Florida Panthers but is currently an unrestricted free agent.

Eric Staal Parents

Eric Staal's parents are Henry Staal and Linda Staal.

Eric Staal Siblings

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).

Eric Staal Wife

Eric Staal is happily married to his wife Tanya Staal.

Eric Staal Children

He is survived by three children with his wife. Their identies are  Parker Lucas Staal, Finley Arthur Staal, and Levi John Staal.

Eric Staal's Net Worth

Canadian pro ice hockey player, Staal has a net worth of  $38 million as of 2024.

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