Slovak · Stará Ľubovňa, Slovakia · Born 12 January 1979Marián Hossa was an elite two-way winger who starred for Ottawa, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Detroit and Chicago, winning three Stanley Cups and earning Hockey Hall of Fame induction.
Marián Hossa was born in Stara Lubovna, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia) in 1979. Ottawa Senators selected him 12th overall in the 1997 NHL Draft. His career produced 525 goals and 609 assists for 1,134 career points. He won three Stanley Cup championships with Chicago (2010, 2013, 2015). He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2020 and named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in 2017. He appeared in the Stanley Cup Finals three times before winning it — losing with Pittsburgh in 2008 and with Detroit in 2009 before finally winning with Chicago in 2010. He reportedly chose his team based on who he believed gave the best chance to win — passing up more money from Detroit to go to Chicago in 2009. He was forced to retire in 2017 due to a progressive skin disorder caused by his equipment. His three consecutive Finals appearances and then three consecutive championships represent one of hockey's most dramatic individual championship storylines.
Slovak sniper who won three Stanley Cups with the Chicago Blackhawks
How They Played
Hossa was known for his exceptional two-way play, combining elite offensive skills with strong defensive responsibility. He possessed excellent skating ability, hockey intelligence, and a powerful shot that made him effective in all situations. His versatility allowed him to play effectively on both power plays and penalty kills throughout his career.
Lasting Impact
Hossa is considered one of the greatest two-way forwards in modern NHL history and helped establish Slovakia as a competitive hockey nation on the international stage.
Career Honours
- Hockey Hall of Fame (2020)
- 3x Stanley Cup champion (2010, 2013, 2015)
- Triple Gold Club member
- multiple NHL All-Star selections
| Team | Period | GP | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Senators | 1999–2005 | 467 | 186 |
| Pittsburgh Penguins | 2008–2009 | 74 | 40 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 2009–2010 | 71 | 27 |
| Dukla Trenčín | 1996–1997 | 32 | 6 |
| Portland Winterhawks | 1997–1999 | 109 | 85 |
| Atlanta Thrashers | 2005–2008 | 231 | 100 |
| Chicago Blackhawks | 2009–2017 | 534 | 186 |
 Slovakia | — | 70 | 25 |
Slovak Athletes