Brendan Brisson

Brendan Brisson (born October 22, 2001) is an American ice hockey center for the Vegas Golden Knights of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was drafted 29th overall by the Golden Knights in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft.[1] Brendan is the son of NHL agent Pat Brisson.

Brendan Brisson
Born (2001-10-22) October 22, 2001
Manhattan Beach, California, U.S.
Height 6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
Weight 180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)
Position Center
Shot Left
NHL team Vegas Golden Knights
National team  United States
NHL Draft 29th overall, 2020
Vegas Golden Knights
Playing career 2022–present

Early life

Brisson played youth hockey for the Los Angeles Jr. Kings and then played Prep hockey for Shattuck-Saint Mary's in Faribault, Minnesota. During the 2018–19 season in his senior year, he recorded 101 points in 55 games leading the team in points and goals scored.[2]

Playing career

Junior

During the 2018–19 season, he played six games for the Green Bay Gamblers of the United States Hockey League (USHL).[3] During the 2019–20 USHL season, Brisson recorded 24 goals and 35 assists in 45 games for the Chicago Steel, ranking second in the league in scoring with 59 points. Following an outstanding season, he was named to the first team All-USHL and USHL All-Rookie Team and named USHL Rookie of the Year.[4]

College

Brisson began his collegiate career for the University of Michigan during the 2020–21 NCAA Division I season. He recorded ten goals and 11 assists in 24 games for the Wolverines.[5] During the 2021–22 season in his sophomore season, he ranked third on the team in scoring with 35 points on 18 goals and 17 assists, averaging 1.03 points per game. He ranked second in the nation in game-winning goals with six and scored the first goal in a game seven times during the season.[6] Following an outstanding season, he was named to the All-Big Ten Second Team.[7]

Professional

On April 12, 2022, Brisson signed an amateur tryout contract with the Golden Knights AHL affiliate, the Henderson Silver Knights, for the remainder of the 2021–22 season. He recorded three goals and five assists in six AHL games for the Silver Knights.[8][9] On April 30, Brisson signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Vegas Golden Knights.[10]

International play
Medal record
Ice hockey
Representing  United States
World Junior Championship
Gold medal – first place2021 Canada

Brisson represented the United States at the 2021 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, where he recorded two goals in seven games and won a gold medal.[11] On January 13, 2022, Brisson was named to Team USA's roster to represent the United States at the 2022 Winter Olympics.[12]

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs
Regular season Playoffs
Season Team League GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM
2018–19 Green Bay Gamblers USHL 6 1 0 1 2 — — — — —
2019–20 Chicago Steel USHL 45 24 35 59 50 — — — — —
2020–21 University of Michigan B1G 24 10 11 21 18 — — — — —
2021–22 University of Michigan B1G 38 21 21 42 32 — — — — —
2021–22 Henderson Silver Knights AHL 7 3 5 8 4 2 0 0 0 0
2022–23 Henderson Silver Knights AHL 58 17 20 37 56 — — — — —
AHL totals 65 20 25 45 60 2 0 0 0 0

International
Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM
2021 United States WJC 1st place, gold medalist(s) 72020
2022 United States OG 5th 42022
Junior totals 72020
Senior totals 42022

Awards and honours
Award Year
College
All-Big Ten Second Team 2022 [7]
Big Ten All-Tournament Team 2022 [13]

References
  1. Zuke, Ryan (October 6, 2020). "2020 NHL Draft: Michigan's Brendan Brisson selected by Golden Knights in first round". MLive.com. Retrieved October 6, 2020.
  2. McNeil, Kristy (July 28, 2020). "Michigan Announces Nine-Member Incoming Class for 2020-21 Season". mgoblue.com. Retrieved October 6, 2020.
  3. "Brendan Brisson at eliteprospects.com". eliteprospects.com. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
  4. "USHL Announces Major Individual Awards for 2019-20 Season". USHL.com. April 24, 2020. Archived from the original on August 16, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2020.
  5. McDonough, Brian (August 11, 2018). "Brisson commits to University of Michigan". jrkingshockey.com. Retrieved October 6, 2020.
  6. McNeil, Kristy (March 15, 2022). "Beniers, Power on All-Big Ten First Team; Hughes Shares Top Freshman Award". MGoBlue.com. CBS Interactive. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  7. "Hockey Postseason Honors Announced". BigTen.org. Big Ten Conference. March 15, 2022. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  8. "Brendan Brisson signed to tryout agreement". Henderson Silver Knights. April 12, 2022. Retrieved April 12, 2022.
  9. "Golden Knights' top prospect to make AHL debut Wednesday". Las Vegas Review-Journal. April 12, 2022. Retrieved April 12, 2022.
  10. "Vegas Golden Knights Sign Forward Brendan Brisson to Entry-Level Contract". NHL.com. April 30, 2022. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
  11. McNeil, Kristy (December 12, 2020). "Beniers, Brisson, York Named to US National Junior Team". mgoblue.com. Retrieved December 12, 2020.
  12. "2022 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team Unveiled". teamusa.com. January 13, 2022. Retrieved January 14, 2022.
  13. McNeil, Kristy (March 19, 2022). "Michigan Scores Four Straight to Win Second B1G Tournament Championship". MGoBlue.com. CBS Interactive. Retrieved March 19, 2022.
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