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    BornOctober 2, 1987 · Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.
    Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
    Weight208 lb (94 kg; 14 st 12 lb)
    PositionRight wing
    Overview

    Philip Joseph Kessel Jr. (born October 2, 1987) is an American professional ice hockey winger who is an unrestricted free agent. Nicknamed "Phil the Thrill", he has previously played for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Ma… See more

    Playing career

    Kessel played youth hockey with the AAA Madison Capitols in his hometown of Madison, Wisconsin. An offensive standout from a young age, Kessel put up 286 points (176 goals and 110 assists) in 86 games with his AA… See more

    International play

    Kessel represented the United States in international competition for the first time when his under-17 National Team Development Program squad played at the 2004 World U17 Hockey Challenge finishing fourth. He fi… See more

    Personal life

    Kessel is from Verona, Wisconsin. The entire Kessel family features successful athletes. His father, Phil Kessel Sr., a college quarterback at Northern Michigan University, was drafted in 1981 by the Washingto… See more