Tyler Wright is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born on April 6, 1973, in Canora, Saskatchewan, Canada. Wright began his hockey career in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Swift Current Broncos in 1989. He played for the Broncos for four seasons and was a key player in their Memorial Cup championship win in 1989-90.
In 1991, Wright was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the first round, 12th overall, in the NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Oilers in the 1992-93 season and played for the team for three seasons. Wright was then traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1995, where he played for two seasons before being traded again to the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2000.
Wright played for the Blue Jackets for six seasons and was named the team's captain in 2003. He was known for his physical play and his ability to win faceoffs. Wright was also a key penalty killer for the Blue Jackets and was often used in defensive situations.
In 2006, Wright signed with the Anaheim Ducks as a free agent. He played for the team for one season before retiring from professional hockey. Over the course of his NHL career, Wright played in 613 games, scoring 71 goals and 87 assists for a total of 158 points. He also accumulated 1,023 penalty minutes.
After retiring from hockey, Wright became a scout for the Pittsburgh Penguins. He was later promoted to director of amateur scouting and played a key role in the team's success in the NHL Entry Draft. Wright was responsible for drafting several key players, including Jake Guentzel, Bryan Rust, and Matt Murray.
In 2018, Wright was hired by the Detroit Red Wings as their director of amateur scouting. He is responsible for overseeing the team's scouting efforts and helping to identify and draft talented young players.
Throughout his hockey career, Tyler Wright was known for his hard work, dedication, and leadership. He was a respected player and teammate and was known for his willingness to do whatever it took to help his team win. Wright's contributions to the NHL as a player and a scout have made him a respected figure in the hockey world.
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