A skilled winger in the National Hockey League, known for his speed, agility, and goal-scoring ability. He's a fan favorite in Toronto and a key player in the NHL.
Zach Hyman is a renowned Canadian professional ice hockey left winger, currently playing for the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League (NHL). As if that wasn't impressive enough, he's also a bestselling author of children's literature, with a contract with Penguin Random House.
Born on June 9, 1992, in Toronto, Ontario, Hyman grew up in a family deeply involved in the hockey world. His father, Stuart, is the chairman and Governor of the Markham Royals and the Chairman of the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL). Zach's younger brother, Spencer, is the assistant general manager and coach of the Markham Royals.
Hyman's hockey career took off when he was named the 2011 Canadian Junior Hockey League Player of the Year by Hockey Canada. He went on to represent Canada at the 2013 Maccabiah Games in Israel, where he won a gold medal. During the 2014-2015 season, Hyman won several awards, including being named the University of Michigan's Athlete of the Year and a First Team All-American.
Hyman was selected by the Florida Panthers in the 5th round of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. However, he eventually signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2015. During his rookie 2016-2017 season, Hyman set a new Maple Leafs record for most shorthanded goals scored by a rookie in a season with four, and tied the team record for the most consecutive games with an assist by a rookie at six games.
In 2022, Hyman signed a seven-year contract with the Edmonton Oilers, solidifying his position as one of the top players in the NHL.
In addition to his hockey career, Hyman is an accomplished children's author, with multiple bestselling books under his belt. His literary success has earned him a contract with Penguin Random House, solidifying his position as a prominent author in the children's literature genre.
Hyman is also dedicated to giving back to his community, volunteering much of his free time to various charities, including Right To Play, an organization that uses sports and games to educate and empower children around the world.
Hyman's Jewish heritage plays a significant role in his life, with his family being actively involved in the Jewish community. He attended United Synagogue Day School and graduated with honors from the Community Hebrew Academy of Toronto.
With his impressive hockey career and literary success, Hyman is an inspiration to young athletes and readers around the world. His philanthropic efforts and commitment to giving back to his community have solidified his position as a role model for generations to come.
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