Scott Hartnell is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for 17 seasons. He was born on April 18, 1982, in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Hartnell began his hockey career in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Prince Albert Raiders in 1998. He played for the Raiders for three seasons and was drafted sixth overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.
Hartnell made his NHL debut with the Predators in the 2000-2001 season and played with the team for six seasons. He was known for his physical play and his ability to score goals. In the 2003-2004 season, he scored a career-high 25 goals and 25 assists. He was also named the team's MVP that season.
In 2007, Hartnell was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers, where he played for the next seven seasons. He quickly became a fan favorite in Philadelphia for his gritty play and his willingness to stand up for his teammates. He was also known for his scoring ability, and he scored 30 or more goals in two seasons with the Flyers.
Hartnell was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2014, where he played for three seasons. He continued to be a productive player, scoring 23 goals in his first season with the team. In 2017, he was traded back to the Predators, where he finished his career.
Throughout his career, Hartnell was known for his physical play and his ability to score goals. He scored 327 goals and 380 assists in 1,249 career NHL games. He also played in 124 playoff games, scoring 19 goals and 29 assists.
Off the ice, Hartnell was known for his charitable work. He started the #HartnellDown Foundation in 2012, which raises money for various charities in the Philadelphia area. He also participated in numerous charity events throughout his career.
Hartnell announced his retirement from the NHL on October 1, 2018. He finished his career as one of the most beloved players in the league, known for his toughness, his scoring ability, and his charitable work.
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