John P. McConnell is a former professional ice hockey player who played as a defenseman. He was born on July 30, 1987, in Worthington, Ohio, and grew up playing hockey in the Columbus area. McConnell played college hockey at Miami University in Ohio, where he was a four-year letterman and helped lead the team to two CCHA championships.
After college, McConnell signed with the Columbus Blue Jackets organization and played for their AHL affiliate, the Springfield Falcons. He spent several seasons in the AHL, playing for the Falcons and the Lake Erie Monsters, before finally making his NHL debut with the Blue Jackets in the 2013-2014 season.
McConnell played in a total of 12 NHL games over two seasons with the Blue Jackets, recording one assist and 12 penalty minutes. He also played in several international tournaments, representing the United States at the 2012 and 2013 IIHF World Championships.
In addition to his playing career, McConnell has also been involved in coaching and player development. He served as an assistant coach for the Ohio State University men's hockey team during the 2016-2017 season, and has also worked as a skills coach and consultant for various youth hockey programs.
Overall, John P. McConnell had a solid career as a professional hockey player, with a strong college career and a brief stint in the NHL. He has also made significant contributions to the sport through his coaching and player development work.
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