Thomas Wilson is a Canadian right winger and an alternate captain for the Washington Capitals, as of the 2024-25 NHL season. Wilson started his junior career with the Plymouth Whalers in 2010. He was selected by the Whalers in the second round (27th overall) in the 2010 OHL Priority Selection. Thomas Wilson first represented Canada on the international stage at the 2011 World U-17 Hockey Challenge, where he helped his team win a gold medal.
Thomas Wilson was drafted by the Washington Capitals as the 16th overall pick in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. The Capitals signed him to a three-year entry-level contract, but announced that Wilson will continue playing for the Whalers for the rest of the season (via FOX Sports). After finishing the 2012-13 OHL season with the Whalers, Wilson joined the Capitals' affiliate team, the Hershey Bears, in the AHL. Wilson made the Capitals' roster in 2013. Despite not being able to score in the first 10 games of the season, he was retained in the team to fill the enforcer role. He faced multiple suspensions throughout his career, including a 20-game suspension in 2018. In 2021, he faced further criticism after causing injuries to Brandon Carlo. In an interview after the game, Carlo's coach, Bruce Cassidy, called it a "Predatory hit from a player who's done that before" (via Bleacher Report).
Who are Tom Wilson's Parents?
Tom Wilson's parents are Keven Wilson and Neville Wilson, as per Sportsnet. Keven Wilson was involved in coaching competitive "rep" hockey teams, while Neville Wilson coached minor ice hockey at North Toronto Memorial Arena in the recreational house league.
Tom Wilson Family Origin
Tom Wilson's family is originally from Canada, as per Sportsnet. He was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, making him Canadian by nationality. His parents, Keven and Neville Wilson, are both Canadian, with roots in the country.
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Tom Wilson Siblings
Tom Wilson has two siblings: an older brother named Pete and a younger brother named Jamie, as per Sportsnet.
Pete (Peter) Wilson is five years older than Tom. Pete played hockey as well, reaching the AA level with the North Toronto team.
Jamie Wilson is two years younger than Tom. Growing up, he was often involved in battles with Tom on their backyard rink. The two brothers were closest in age, which led to frequent brawls. However, Pete, being the oldest, would often step in to break up their fights.
In an interview with Sportsnet, Tom Wilson said he used to get picked by both brothers during their backyard hockey games. He said that since his brothers Pete and Jamie have a seven-year age gap, Pete would feel bad picking on Jamie. He said,
My older brother would feel bad picking on my younger brother, so I was in the middle and I would kind of get it from both sides.
Tom Wilson Wife
Tom Wilson is married to Taylor Pischke, a Canadian beach volleyball player, according to Washington Hockey Now. They got married on August 27, 2022, in Washington, D.C. Taylor Wilson is active on social media under the handle @taylor_pischke.
Taylor Pischke is a professional beach volleyball player who has competed at the international level. Her parents are Garth Pischke, a two-time Olympian and former coach of the Manitoba Bisons men's volleyball team, and Cindy Shepherd, a Canadian Junior National team athlete and three-time U Sports National Champion.
Tom Wilson Kid
Tom and Taylor Wilson have one child, a son named Teddy Wilson, born on May 23, 2024. They also have a black lab mix named Halle, as per RMNB.
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FAQ's On Tom Wilson
A. Tom Wilson plays for the Washington Capitals as of April 2025.
A. Tom Wilson plays as a forward.
A. Tom Wilson is 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm) tall.
A. Tom Wilson weighs 220 pounds (100 kg; 15 st 10 lb).
A. Tom Wilson began his NHL career in 2013.
