Andrew Cogliano
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Andrew Cogliano is a Canadian
professional ice hockey
player currently playing for the Anaheim Ducks
of the National Hockey League
(NHL). He formerly played for the Edmonton Oilers
.
, a Tier 2 Junior "A" Team in Toronto
. In his final season he represented Canada at the Junior World Cup in the summer of 2004 and lead the team in scoring. He was also the league's leading scorer and was the only player from the OJHL to be drafted in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft
.
and played 2 years for the University of Michigan
Wolverines
. In 2005-06, he represented Canada in the 2006 World Juniors in Vancouver
, winning a gold medal. In 2006-07, he finished third on the Wolverines in scoring with 50 points in 38 games and again won gold with Canada at the World Juniors in Sweden
. He signed a pro contract on May 2, 2007, with the Edmonton Oilers
, the team who drafted him 25th overall in 2005.
, Cogliano had a strong training camp and made the Oilers' opening night roster. He played his first National Hockey League
(NHL) game on October 4, 2007, against the San Jose Sharks
, recording one assist. He scored his first NHL goal on October 8, 2007 against the Detroit Red Wings
, beating All-Star goaltender Dominik Hašek
.
On March 7, March 9, and March 11, 2008, Cogliano set an NHL record by scoring overtime
goals in three consecutive games against the Columbus Blue Jackets
, Chicago Blackhawks
, and St. Louis Blues, respectively. His stick and gloves were subsequently sent to the Hockey Hall of Fame
.
Cogliano would subsequently play in all 82 of Edmonton's games during his rookie season, leading the team. He would score 45 points (18 goals, 27 assists), leading the Oilers with five game winning goals while recording the team's highest shooting percentage at 18.4%.
In his second NHL season, his statistics declined slightly, along with fellow Oilers' sophomore Sam Gagner
. Cogliano posted 38 points (18 goals, 20 assists) while again playing in all 82 of his team's games. That season, Cogliano was invited to participate in the NHL YoungStars Game during the All-Star weekend
in Montreal
, playing for the Sophomores team. Cogliano also participated in and won the "Fastest Skater" competition during the SuperSkills event
, clocking in at a time of 14.31 seconds.
In June of 2009, Cogliano was confirmed to be a part of a planned blockbuster trade that would see himself, Ladislav Smid
, and Dustin Penner
dealt to the Ottawa Senators
in exchange for disgruntled All-Star forward Dany Heatley
. In the end, Heatley exercised the no-trade clause contained in his contract and the deal could not be finalized. Heatley would shortly after accept a trade to the San Jose Sharks instead, and Cogliano remained an Oiler.
The subsequent 2009-10 season was a difficult one for Cogliano, as his offensive production again declined and his team struggled. He would finish with 28 points (10 goals, 18 assists) in 82 games, and the Oilers finished last overall in the NHL. Andrew was tried at all 3 forward positions during the 2009 season.
By the end of the 2010-11 season, Cogliano was the only Oiler who played in all 82 games, and was 5th in team scoring with 35 points.
Cogliano was traded to the Anaheim Ducks on July 12, 2011 for a 2nd round draft pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
. He has an older brother named Matthew.
International statistics
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
professional ice hockey
Ice hockey
Ice hockey, often referred to as hockey, is a team sport played on ice, in which skaters use wooden or composite sticks to shoot a hard rubber puck into their opponent's net. The game is played between two teams of six players each. Five members of each team skate up and down the ice trying to take...
player currently playing for the Anaheim Ducks
Anaheim Ducks
The Anaheim Ducks are a professional ice hockey team based in Anaheim, California, USA. They are members of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League...
of the National Hockey League
National Hockey League
The National Hockey League is an unincorporated not-for-profit association which operates a major professional ice hockey league of 30 franchised member clubs, of which 7 are currently located in Canada and 23 in the United States...
(NHL). He formerly played for the Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers are a professional ice hockey team based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. They are members of the Northwest Division in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League ....
.
Junior
Cogliano spent two seasons with the St. Michael's BuzzersSt. Michael's Buzzers
The St. Michael's Buzzers are a Junior "A" ice hockey team from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They are a part of Central Canadian Hockey League.-History:...
, a Tier 2 Junior "A" Team in Toronto
Toronto
Toronto is the provincial capital of Ontario and the largest city in Canada. It is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. A relatively modern city, Toronto's history dates back to the late-18th century, when its land was first purchased by the British monarchy from...
. In his final season he represented Canada at the Junior World Cup in the summer of 2004 and lead the team in scoring. He was also the league's leading scorer and was the only player from the OJHL to be drafted in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft
2005 NHL Entry Draft
The 2005 NHL Entry Draft was the 43rd NHL Entry Draft.As a lockout cancelled the games of the 2004–05 NHL season, the draft order was determined by lottery on July 22, 2005. Teams were assigned 1 to 3 balls based on their playoff appearances and first overall draft picks from the past three years...
.
College
Cogliano then moved to the NCAANational Collegiate Athletic Association
The National Collegiate Athletic Association is a semi-voluntary association of 1,281 institutions, conferences, organizations and individuals that organizes the athletic programs of many colleges and universities in the United States...
and played 2 years for the University of Michigan
University of Michigan
The University of Michigan is a public research university located in Ann Arbor, Michigan in the United States. It is the state's oldest university and the flagship campus of the University of Michigan...
Wolverines
Michigan Wolverines men's ice hockey
The Michigan Wolverines men's ice hockey team is the college ice hockey team that represents the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Earning varsity status in 1922, the program is competing in its 90th season...
. In 2005-06, he represented Canada in the 2006 World Juniors in Vancouver
Vancouver
Vancouver is a coastal seaport city on the mainland of British Columbia, Canada. It is the hub of Greater Vancouver, which, with over 2.3 million residents, is the third most populous metropolitan area in the country,...
, winning a gold medal. In 2006-07, he finished third on the Wolverines in scoring with 50 points in 38 games and again won gold with Canada at the World Juniors in Sweden
Sweden
Sweden , officially the Kingdom of Sweden , is a Nordic country on the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northern Europe. Sweden borders with Norway and Finland and is connected to Denmark by a bridge-tunnel across the Öresund....
. He signed a pro contract on May 2, 2007, with the Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers are a professional ice hockey team based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. They are members of the Northwest Division in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League ....
, the team who drafted him 25th overall in 2005.
Professional
Leading up to the 2007-08 season2007-08 NHL season
The 2007–08 NHL season was the 91st season of operation of the National Hockey League . It began on September 29, 2007, with the regular season ending April 6, 2008...
, Cogliano had a strong training camp and made the Oilers' opening night roster. He played his first National Hockey League
National Hockey League
The National Hockey League is an unincorporated not-for-profit association which operates a major professional ice hockey league of 30 franchised member clubs, of which 7 are currently located in Canada and 23 in the United States...
(NHL) game on October 4, 2007, against the San Jose Sharks
San Jose Sharks
The San Jose Sharks are a professional ice hockey team based in San Jose, California, United States. They are members of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League...
, recording one assist. He scored his first NHL goal on October 8, 2007 against the Detroit Red Wings
Detroit Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit, Michigan. They are members of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League , and are one of the Original Six teams of the NHL, along with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, New York...
, beating All-Star goaltender Dominik Hašek
Dominik Hašek
Dominik Hašek is a Czech ice hockey goaltender who is currently with HC Spartak Moscow of the KHL.In his 16-season National Hockey League career, he played for the Chicago Blackhawks, Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, and the Ottawa Senators. During his years in Buffalo, he became one of the...
.
On March 7, March 9, and March 11, 2008, Cogliano set an NHL record by scoring overtime
Overtime (ice hockey)
Overtime is a method of determining the winner and loser of an ice hockey match when the scores are tied after regulation. The two main methods are the overtime period and the shootout.-Overtime periods:...
goals in three consecutive games against the Columbus Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets are a professional ice hockey team based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. They are members of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League...
, Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks are a professional ice hockey team based in Chicago, Illinois. They are members of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League . They have won four Stanley Cup championships since their founding in 1926, most recently coming in 2009-10...
, and St. Louis Blues, respectively. His stick and gloves were subsequently sent to the Hockey Hall of Fame
Hockey Hall of Fame
The Hockey Hall of Fame is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Dedicated to the history of ice hockey, it is both a museum and a hall of fame. It holds exhibits about players, teams, National Hockey League records, memorabilia and NHL trophies, including the Stanley Cup...
.
Cogliano would subsequently play in all 82 of Edmonton's games during his rookie season, leading the team. He would score 45 points (18 goals, 27 assists), leading the Oilers with five game winning goals while recording the team's highest shooting percentage at 18.4%.
In his second NHL season, his statistics declined slightly, along with fellow Oilers' sophomore Sam Gagner
Sam Gagner
Sam William Gagner is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre currently playing with the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League . He was drafted by the Oilers in the first round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft....
. Cogliano posted 38 points (18 goals, 20 assists) while again playing in all 82 of his team's games. That season, Cogliano was invited to participate in the NHL YoungStars Game during the All-Star weekend
57th National Hockey League All-Star Game
The 57th National Hockey League All-Star Game was held at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, home of the Montreal Canadiens, in conjunction with the Montreal Canadiens centennial celebrations. The game was held between two teams, each representing a conference of the National Hockey League...
in Montreal
Montreal
Montreal is a city in Canada. It is the largest city in the province of Quebec, the second-largest city in Canada and the seventh largest in North America...
, playing for the Sophomores team. Cogliano also participated in and won the "Fastest Skater" competition during the SuperSkills event
NHL All-Star Game SuperSkills Competition
The NHL All-Star Game SuperSkills Competition, originally known as the National Hockey League All-Star Skills Competition, is an event on the night preceding the All-Star Game. Started at the 41st National Hockey League All-Star Game in Pittsburgh in 1990, the NHL uses the event to showcase the...
, clocking in at a time of 14.31 seconds.
In June of 2009, Cogliano was confirmed to be a part of a planned blockbuster trade that would see himself, Ladislav Smid
Ladislav Smid
Ladislav "Laddy" Šmíd is a Czech professional ice hockey player currently playing for the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League .-Playing career:...
, and Dustin Penner
Dustin Penner
Dustin Penner is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League . Penner was never drafted by a team in the NHL. He was discovered and signed as a free agent by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim after playing college hockey for the...
dealt to the Ottawa Senators
Ottawa Senators
The Ottawa Senators are a professional ice hockey team based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. They are members of the Northeast Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Hockey League...
in exchange for disgruntled All-Star forward Dany Heatley
Dany Heatley
Daniel James Heatley is a Canadian professional ice hockey winger, and alternate captain for the Minnesota Wild of the National Hockey League . Originally drafted by the Atlanta Thrashers second overall in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, he won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the top NHL rookie in 2002...
. In the end, Heatley exercised the no-trade clause contained in his contract and the deal could not be finalized. Heatley would shortly after accept a trade to the San Jose Sharks instead, and Cogliano remained an Oiler.
The subsequent 2009-10 season was a difficult one for Cogliano, as his offensive production again declined and his team struggled. He would finish with 28 points (10 goals, 18 assists) in 82 games, and the Oilers finished last overall in the NHL. Andrew was tried at all 3 forward positions during the 2009 season.
By the end of the 2010-11 season, Cogliano was the only Oiler who played in all 82 games, and was 5th in team scoring with 35 points.
Cogliano was traded to the Anaheim Ducks on July 12, 2011 for a 2nd round draft pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
Personal life
Cogliano grew up in Woodbridge, OntarioWoodbridge, Ontario
Woodbridge is a large suburban community in the City of Vaughan, just north of Toronto in Southern Ontario. It was once an independent town before being amalgamated with nearby communities to form the city in 1971. Its traditional downtown core is the Woodbridge Ave...
. He has an older brother named Matthew.
Career statistics
| Regular season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season Season (sports) In an organized sports league, a season is the portion of one year in which regulated games of the sport are in session. For example, in Major League Baseball, one season lasts approximately from April 1 through October 1; in Association football, it is generally from August until May In an... |
Team | League | GP | G Goal (ice hockey) In ice hockey, a goal is scored when the puck completely crosses the goal line between the two goal posts and below the goal crossbar. A goal awards one point to the team attacking the goal scored upon, regardless of which team the player who actually deflected the puck into the goal belongs to... |
A Assist (ice hockey) In ice hockey, an assist is attributed to up to two players of the scoring team who shot, passed or deflected the puck towards the scoring teammate, or touched it in any other way which enabled the goal, meaning that they were "assisting" in the goal. There can be a maximum of two assists per goal... |
Pts Point (ice hockey) Point in ice hockey has three official meanings:* A point is awarded to a player for each goal scored or assist earned. The total number of goals plus assists equals total points. In some European leagues, a goal counts as two points, and an assist counts as one... |
PIM Penalty (ice hockey) A penalty in ice hockey is a punishment for inappropriate behavior. Most penalties are enforced by detaining the offending player within a penalty box for a set number of minutes, during which, the player can not participate in play. The offending team usually may not replace the player on the ice,... |
GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | ||
| 2003–04 | St. Michael's Buzzers St. Michael's Buzzers The St. Michael's Buzzers are a Junior "A" ice hockey team from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They are a part of Central Canadian Hockey League.-History:... |
OPJHL Ontario Provincial Junior A Hockey League The Ontario Junior Hockey League is a Junior A ice hockey league under the supervision of the Ontario Hockey Association and the Canadian Junior Hockey League. The league dates back to 1954 as the Central Junior B Hockey League. In 1993, the Central Junior B Hockey League was promoted to the... |
36 | 26 | 47 | 73 | 14 | 24 | 11 | 21 | 32 | ? | ||
| 2004–05 | St. Michael's Buzzers | OPJHL | 49 | 36 | 66 | 102 | 33 | ? | 27 | 25 | 52 | ? | ||
| 2005–06 | University of Michigan Michigan Wolverines men's ice hockey The Michigan Wolverines men's ice hockey team is the college ice hockey team that represents the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Earning varsity status in 1922, the program is competing in its 90th season... |
CCHA Central Collegiate Hockey Association The Central Collegiate Hockey Association is a NCAA Men's Division I Ice Hockey college athletic conference that operates mostly in Michigan and Ohio, although it also has members in Alaska and Indiana. It participates in the NCAA's Division I as a hockey-only conference. It holds its championship... |
39 | 12 | 16 | 28 | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2006–07 | University of Michigan | CCHA | 38 | 24 | 26 | 50 | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2007–08 | Edmonton Oilers Edmonton Oilers The Edmonton Oilers are a professional ice hockey team based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. They are members of the Northwest Division in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League .... |
NHL National Hockey League The National Hockey League is an unincorporated not-for-profit association which operates a major professional ice hockey league of 30 franchised member clubs, of which 7 are currently located in Canada and 23 in the United States... |
82 | 18 | 27 | 45 | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2008–09 2008–09 NHL season The 2008–09 NHL season was the 92nd season of operation of the National Hockey League . It was the first season since prior to the 2004–05 lockout in which every team played each other at least once during the season, following three seasons where teams only played against two divisions in the... |
Edmonton Oilers | NHL | 82 | 18 | 20 | 38 | 22 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2009–10 2009–10 NHL season The 2009–10 NHL season was the 93rd season of operation of the National Hockey League , and the 100th season since the founding of the predecessor National Hockey Association . It ran from October 1, 2009, including four games in Europe on October 2 and 3—until April 11, 2010, with the 2010... |
Edmonton Oilers | NHL | 82 | 10 | 18 | 28 | 31 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2010–11 2010–11 NHL season The 2010–11 NHL season was the 94th season of operation of the National Hockey League . It was the fourth consecutive season that opened in Europe with NHL Premiere . A record three events were scheduled, all in previous NHL Premiere cities: Helsinki, Finland; Stockholm, Sweden; and Prague, Czech... |
Edmonton Oilers | NHL | 82 | 11 | 24 | 35 | 64 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| NHL totals | 328 | 57 | 89 | 146 | 137 | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
International play
- Played for Team Ontario at the 2004 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge.
- Played for gold medal winning Team Canada in the 2006 World Junior Championships2006 World Junior Ice Hockey ChampionshipsThe 2006 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships were held in Vancouver, Kelowna, and Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. The championships began on December 26, 2005, and finished on January 5, 2006. Games were played at GM Place and the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver, the Interior Savings Centre in...
. - Played for gold medal winning Team Canada in the 2007 World Junior Championships2007 World Junior Ice Hockey ChampionshipsThe 2007 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships was the 2007 edition of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships and was held in Mora and Leksand, Sweden between December 26, 2006 and January 5, 2007. The venues were FM Mattsson Arena in Mora, and Ejendals Arena in Leksand...
.
International statistics
| Year | Team | Event | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Ontario | U17 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 6 |
| 2006 | Canada | WJC | 6 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 2007 | Canada | WJC | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 |