Born on January 13, 1997, Connor Andrew McDavid is a Canadian professional ice hockey center and captain of the Edmonton Oilers in the National Hockey League (NHL). The Oilers made a historic first-overall selection of McDavid in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft. Recognized as one of the NHL's preeminent players, McDavid has garnered praise from fellow players, fans, and journalists alike, earning comparisons to legends like Sidney Crosby and Wayne Gretzky. His illustrious career includes four NHL First Team All-Star honors, five Art Ross Trophy victories, four Ted Lindsay Awards, three Hart Memorial Trophy recognitions, and the coveted Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy for the 2022–23 season as the league's leading goal-scorer.
Remarkably, McDavid stands alongside Wayne Gretzky, being one of only two players to unanimously secure the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player since Gretzky's achievement in 1982.
Connor McDavid Sibling
Connor McDavid's older brother is named Cameron McDavid, according to The Athletic. Cameron McDavid, born on May 6, 1993, in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, is a retired hockey player who played as a center during his playing days.
Cameron had a youth career that included playing for the Ajax/Pickering Raiders U16 AAA in the ETAHL U16 league during the 2008-09 season. He later joined the Newmarket Hurricanes in the OJHL for the 2009-10 and 2010-11 seasons, with a brief stint with the Georgina Ice in the COJCHL during the 2010-11 season as per EliteSports. According to DWHP's official website, Cameron has served as the Vice-President of DW Healthcare Partners, a Toronto-based private equity firm since 2018.
Connor McDavid's Parents
According to The Athletic, Connor McDavid's parents are Kelly and Brian McDavid. He has an older brother named Cameron McDavid.
Who is the mother of Connor McDavid?
Kelly is Connor McDavid's mother. Kelly had a brief experience playing recreational ice hockey as a child before shifting her focus to skiing.
Who is the father of Connor McDavid?
Brian is the father of Connor McDavid. Brian was a high school ice hockey player. He became instrumental in developing Connor's hockey skills, serving as his coach during his time with the York Simcoe Express.
Connor McDavid’s wife
Connor McDavid’s wife, Lauren Kyle, is a Canadian interior designer and entrepreneur. According to her Instagram account, Lauren is the founder of Kyle & Co. Design Studio and Sports Club Atelier.
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FAQ's On Connor McDavid Family
A. Connor McDavid's parents are Kelly and Brian McDavid.
A. Connor McDavid has an older brother named Cameron McDavid, a retired hockey player who pursued a career in professional hockey but did not make it to the NHL.
A. Connor McDavid began playing hockey at age three, joining organized youth hockey at four, supported by his parents.
A. The McDavid family faced challenges during Connor's hockey journey, including a move to the Toronto Marlboros in 2011, resulting in social adjustments.
A. Despite not making it to the NHL, Cameron Mcdavid found success in business and is currently the Vice-President of DW Healthcare Partners since 2018.
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